P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Daniel Ricciardo has tempered expectations surrounding the RB Formula 1 team’s prospects in 2024, despite an encouraging pre-season test for
Ricciardo remains cautious about RB’s performance, stating that the team is currently more in the midfield but aiming for the front. The expectations that RB’s VCARB 01 would replicate the successful RB19 from 2023 were found to be unrealistic. Ricciardo emphasized the continuous need for improvement and development to achieve the team’s goals for 2024. Despite positive feedback from testing in Bahrain, he stressed that RB still has work to do to compete at the top level. The team is focused on refining the car and strategy to move up the grid throughout the season. Ricciardo’s pragmatic approach highlights the challenges and uncertainties in the competitive field of Formula 1.
