Daniel Ricciardo expresses gratitude for Red Bull ending his F1 career
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 10:31 PM
Last updated Jun 18, 2026
Daniel Ricciardo reflected on his departure from Formula 1 during an interview on Ford CEO Jim Farley's podcast. He gained attention for admitting he was grateful that Red Bull made the decision to end his tenure in the sport. After struggling with performance, he noted that he had only three top-ten finishes in 2024 before being replaced by Liam Lawson. Ricciardo mentioned a hand injury from the 2023 Dutch Grand Prix as a pivotal moment that disrupted his career momentum. He officially retired from motorsport in September 2025 at age 36 and is now a Ford ambassador, highlighting a shift in his professional focus.
- •Ricciardo admits to being grateful for Red Bull's decision to part ways.
- •He recorded only three top-ten finishes in the 2024 season.
- •A hand injury at the 2023 Dutch Grand Prix impacted his career.
- •Ricciardo retired from motorsport in September 2025 at age 36.
- •He currently serves as a Ford ambassador.
- 10:31 PMYahoo Sports — Daniel Ricciardo Admits He Was “Grateful” Red Bull Ended His F1 Career
"Most drivers spend years after retirement insisting they left on their own terms. Daniel Ricciardo is doing something far more interesting: admitting he didn’t, and that he’s thankful for it. Speaking on Ford CEO Jim Farley‘s Drive podcast, the eight-time…
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