Daniel Ricciardo optimistic about his prospects in Formula 1 in 2024 after the Chinese Grand Prix. Despite a slow start to the season, Ricciardo believes that the race in China was a turning point for him. While his teammate Yuki Tsunoda has already scored seven points, Ricciardo has yet to score. However, he remains positive and sees the Chinese Grand Prix as a step in the right direction. Unfortunately, his race was interrupted when Lance Stroll collided with him under the Safety Car, causing damage to his car. Despite this setback, Ricciardo feels more comfortable in the VCARB 01 and hopes that his performance in China is a sign of things to come.
Ricciardo’s chassis change in China caught attention, and he believes it may have been the reason for his improved performance. The first four races of the season were challenging for him, but he is hopeful that the next four will be different. He acknowledges that there are always improvements to be made in terms of lap times and performance, but feeling comfortable in the car is crucial. In China, he experienced a new sense of control and predictability, which he attributes to the physical change provided by the chassis. This fundamental improvement allowed him to have more confidence in the car and better anticipate its behavior. Ricciardo is determined to continue building on this progress throughout the season.
