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A frenetic 2024 F1 season resumes at the Dutch GP following the summer break. Here’s five things we learned on the first day back in the paddock
The 2024 Formula 1 season resumed after a 26-day break at the Dutch Grand Prix, marking the return of drivers and teams to media activities since before the summer shutdown. Daniel Ricciardo acknowledged the possibility of racing for Red Bull Racing rather than Aston Martin after the summer break and acknowledged that his recent performance improvement was not necessarily sufficient for a promotion over Sergio Perez. Despite acknowledging his enhanced performance in recent races, Ricciardo remains realistic about the uncertainty of securing a spot with a championship-leading team for 2025. He emphasized the importance of focusing on personal performance and maintaining a positive mindset amidst potential lineup changes within the team. Ricciardo expressed support for Liam Lawson’s potential entry into F1 and recognized the need to continue performing at his best to secure a spot within the racing family. He maintained a pragmatic approach, understanding that his future in F1 remains uncertain but relying on his capabilities to secure a seat in the upcoming seasons.
