Daniel Ricciardo explains absence from F1 paddock since 2024
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 4, 2026, 12:27 PM
Last updated Nov 4, 2026
Daniel Ricciardo has opened up about his decision to stay away from the Formula 1 paddock since his career ended after the 2024 Singapore Grand Prix. Replacing him was Liam Lawson, following a difficult season. The Australian has spent the last two years largely at home, opting out of other racing series or pundit roles that many former drivers pursue. In a recent podcast, Ricciardo expressed mixed feelings about a potential return, citing challenges with media attention and his past experiences in the sport. He has been reflecting on his career and the relationships he built in F1, while enjoying races from a distance with his family.
- •Ricciardo's F1 career concluded after the 2024 Singapore Grand Prix.
- •He replaced by Liam Lawson amid a challenging season.
- •Ricciardo has preferred staying home over other racing activities.
- •He discussed his feelings about returning to F1 in a podcast.
- •He reflects on relationships built during his time in the sport.
- 12:27 PMYahoo Sports — Why Daniel Ricciardo is staying away from the F1 paddock
- 12:27 PMMotorsport.com — Why Daniel Ricciardo is staying away from the F1 paddock
"Daniel Ricciardo has delved into the reasons why he has been staying away from the Formula 1 paddock. Ricciardo’s F1 career ended after the 2024 Singapore Grand Prix, when the RB driver was replaced by Liam Lawson after enduring a tough campaign thus far. In the past two years, the Australian has stayed away from the limelight, spending more time at home and less on planes, though he did ...Keep reading
"Ricciardo stepped away from the limelight when his F1 career ended. Here’s why he’s unsure he even wants to come back
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External links- Yahoo SportsNov 4, 2026, 12:27 PMWhy Daniel Ricciardo is staying away from the F1 paddock
Ricciardo stepped away from the limelight when his F1 career ended. Here’s why he’s unsure he even wants to come back
- Motorsport.comNov 4, 2026, 12:27 PMWhy Daniel Ricciardo is staying away from the F1 paddock
Daniel Ricciardo has delved into the reasons why he has been staying away from the Formula 1 paddock. Ricciardo’s F1 career ended after the 2024 Singapore Grand Prix, when the RB driver was replaced by Liam Lawson after enduring a tough campaign thus far. In the past two years, the Australian has stayed away from the limelight, spending more time at home and less on planes, though he did ...Keep reading
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