By admin After the Singapore Grand Prix weekend, Daniel Ricciardo said he would make a decision regarding his F1 future, both short- and long-term. The Australian is unsure if he will be competing in 2025.
There are just two spots available on the 2024 grid, at Kick Sauber and RB, respectively. Conjecture surrounding Yuki Tsunoda’s partner at the former has been ongoing, and the two most frequently mentioned candidates are Daniel Ricciardo and reserve driver Liam Lawson, who showed promise filling in for an injured Ricciardo during five races in 2023.
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Ahead of the Singapore Grand Prix, Ricciardo, 35, told the media that he would not be able to provide an update on his future until after the weekend. However, there have been rumors that he may be replaced at the team before the end of 2024.
He said, “I think that’s when decisions will be made and that’s where the dates fall for those of us who know the contract.” “We’ll know more after the weekend.”
When asked if his performance at the Marina Bay Street Circuit may affect his chances of keeping the car for the next six races of the season, Ricciardo said, “I actually heard something that I won’t be in the car for this race as well! That came after this year’s Japan or something similar.
“Look, I understand how things are and operate, and I was aware that this year—be it summer break or the current post-Singapore period—would inevitably involve certain dates and deadlines. To be honest, a lot of things are still unclear. Watch how the weekend unfolds.
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With 12 points, Ricciardo is now in 14th place in the drivers’ championship.
“There’s always something to fight for, so of course I’m going to give it everything I’ve got, but we’ll see what happens.” My plan is to try and get the object on the podium.
Despite a better stretch of form in the middle of the season, Ricciardo has had mixed results in the 2024 campaign. The eight-time race winner has been outscored by teammate Tsunoda thus far.
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When asked if he planned to be competing in 2025, Ricciardo said, “Next year, I don’t know.” Between this break and my other home event, pre-Austin, I think I will know for sure.
I won’t declare, “Yay, I’ve got one,” until everything is signed on the dotted line since I know it would be foolish. Therefore, I obviously don’t say it with certainty.
“I know my season, I expected more from myself, but I also believe that since Montreal, when the pressure was really starting to grow and intensify, things have really gone more well than not. I will continue to strive for that, and if it is sufficient, then so be it. If not, Red Bull is clearly in charge of it.