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Daniel Ricciardo was the victim of a withering Jacques Villeneuve take-down, with the champion driver questioning why the Australian is still in F1 – but is he right?
Jacques Villeneuve’s scathing comments on Daniel Ricciardo’s F1 performance have stirred controversy, dividing opinions online and prompting fans to share the clip on social media. Despite Ricciardo’s popularity, some supporters have sided with Villeneuve’s critique. Ricciardo’s struggles since joining McLaren in 2021, culminating in him being replaced by Oscar Piastri for the 2023 season, have called into question his continued presence in F1. Villeneuve’s question “Why is he still in F1?” during his appearance as a pundit for the Canadian Grand Prix has sparked further debate on Ricciardo’s merit in the sport. As Ricciardo faces challenges in matching his teammate this season, the validity of Villeneuve’s criticism remains a subject of discussion among F1 enthusiasts.
