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Daniel Ricciardo, the smiling assassin has had little to cheer about of late. Still, that narrative is starting to change
In 2024, Ricciardo’s goal was clear – to convincingly beat Yuki Tsunoda and make his way back into the Red Bull set-up he left in 2018. Ricciardo’s performance in the Friday qualifying sessions showed promise as he secured a second-row spot for Saturday’s Sprint race at Miami International Autodrome. Despite struggling with the ground effect regulations introduced in 2022, Ricciardo’s potential was evident with his strong lap times near polesitter Max Verstappen’s. His tenacity and skill on the track have previously led him to eight Grand Prix victories and the nickname “Honey Badger.” Ricciardo remains optimistic about his current form and improvements made by the team in recent races, showing a glimmer of hope for a successful season turnaround. With a strong starting position in the Sprint race, Ricciardo is eager to make the most of the opportunity and potentially achieve a positive finish.
