P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Daniel Ricciardo has been backed to return to F1, with a strong majority of fans judging him worthy of another chance.
Daniel Ricciardo has been absent from F1 since the Singapore Grand Prix in the previous year, just before Red Bull chose to replace him with Liam Lawson. His sudden departure led to his retirement from F1, a decision he appears to have accepted. There are discussions about the possibility of Ricciardo making a one-time appearance for Red Bull due to Max Verstappen facing a potential suspension. This could serve as a fitting farewell for Ricciardo or a chance to rejuvenate his F1 career. Ricciardo, who is still quite popular, could provide a temporary solution for Red Bull’s second seat while young talents like Isack Hadjar are given time to develop. Another option could be for Ricciardo to join the new team Cadillac in 2026, although Valtteri Bottas and Sergio Perez are more probable choices. Despite this, a poll by RacingNews365 revealed that nearly 70 percent of respondents support Ricciardo’s potential comeback to F1. Feel free to see the detailed survey results below and share your thoughts in the comments section.
