P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Will it happen for Daniel Ricciardo? It seems a long way off at this stage.
Daniel Ricciardo expressed hope for one last chance to compete against Max Verstappen before his F1 career ends. Ricciardo and Verstappen were teammates from 2016 to 2018, but Ricciardo’s form declined, leading him to leave Red Bull for Renault. Despite a shock victory with McLaren in the 2021 Italian Grand Prix, Ricciardo has had an inconsistent season with Red Bull. Ricciardo confirmed he would finish the current season with Red Bull, but his future beyond that remains uncertain. In an exclusive interview, Ricciardo admitted he would love another chance to go head-to-head with Verstappen if the opportunity arises. Ricciardo’s performance in the final races before the summer break will play a significant role in determining his future in F1.
