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Ricciardo felt "rapid" before Stroll F1 clash in China
During the China Grand Prix, Aston Martin’s Stroll collided with Ricciardo, causing the Australian driver to retire due to car damage. Ricciardo criticized Stroll for not taking responsibility, calling the penalty a “joke.” Despite a difficult season start, Ricciardo showed improvement in China by outqualifying his teammate and being in contention for points in both the sprint and grand prix races. He described the race as a mix of emotions, with strategic decisions contributing to their competitive position until the collision with Stroll. After requesting a chassis change, Ricciardo felt more comfortable and optimistic about the upcoming races, hoping for a turnaround in the season. Overall, the weekend in China provided both disappointment and positives for Ricciardo and the team.
