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Daniel Ricciardo has addressed speculation that the VCARB-01 is similar to Red Bull’s dominant 2023 car.
Daniel Ricciardo emphasized that RB’s 2024 car is not a replica of a past car, specifically alluding to the RB19. The connection between Red Bull and their sister team has deepened, with RB incorporating as many parts from Red Bull as allowed by regulations. Despite concerns, RB’s car for this season, the VCARB-01, is an evolution of the AT04 from 2023. Ricciardo is cautiously hopeful about RB’s performance for the Bahrain Grand Prix, anticipating a midfield battle. RB completed 366 laps in testing at Bahrain, showing promise but acknowledging the need for further improvement to compete for points. Ricciardo clarified that fans’ excitement about the new car is understandable, but it is not a direct throwback to previous models, rather an evolution with room for growth.
