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The RB driver details how he nearly ended up joining Ferrari for a season to partner Charles Leclerc.
Daniel Ricciardo discussed the possibility of joining Ferrari for a Formula 1 seat, especially after Lewis Hamilton’s surprising move to Ferrari for the 2024 season. Despite being in talks with Ferrari previously, Ricciardo ended up at McLaren instead of joining Ferrari alongside Charles Leclerc. The discussions never reached a point where a contract was on the table for Ricciardo to sign, but he admitted to engaging in conversations with Ferrari. Ricciardo, who has Italian roots, tried to focus solely on Ferrari’s competitive prowess rather than the emotional pull of driving for the iconic team. Ultimately, he will continue racing in F1 with Red Bull’s sister team, RB, for his 14th season. Stay updated on all F1 events by keeping track of the 2024 F1 calendar for your convenience.
