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Are Daniel Ricciardo’s days in F1 numbered on the back of comments from Red Bull advisor Helmut Marko?
Daniel Ricciardo has vowed to ‘go down swinging’ if his F1 career is coming to an end, as Red Bull advisor Helmut Marko hinted at possibly replacing him with reserve driver Liam Lawson post the Spanish Grand Prix. Marko emphasized that VCARB is considered a junior team by shareholders, needing to introduce a young driver soon, with Liam Lawson being the likely choice. Ricciardo’s future at Red Bull remains uncertain despite recent improvement in performance, as teammate Yuki Tsunoda already has a contract for next year. Displaying resilience, Ricciardo has scored points in recent races, giving himself a fighting chance. The Australian remains focused on delivering the performance Red Bull desires, acknowledging that his future in the sport hinges on his own performance. Ricardo expressed his fighting spirit with a message on his helmet during the Spanish GP weekend, symbolizing his determination to give his all and not give up without a fight in his F1 career.
