P1racenews AI automatic summary:
After his injury, Daniel Ricciardo needs another period of grace in his F1 comeback, doesn’t he? Perhaps, but his stand-in while he was injured has at the very least denied Ricciardo the chance to use rustiness as an excuse for underperformance
be to not only match Tsunoda’s pace but also outperform him consistently as he works towards rebuilding his confidence and finding his rhythm in the AlphaTauri. Despite acknowledging Lawson’s strong performances, Ricciardo is focused on his own progress and getting up to speed with the upgrades made to the car since his absence. He sees himself as still being a newcomer to this season and acknowledges that everything feels new to him. Comparisons between Lawson and Ricciardo are difficult given the different circumstances they faced, but both have shown potential and impressed in their respective races. Ultimately, Ricciardo’s goal is to establish himself as the number one driver within the team and prove his worth alongside Tsunoda.
Source: The Race
