Daniel Ricciardo had a strong comeback over the weekend of the Miami Grand Prix, after a challenging start to the 2024 season. Ricciardo, who had a tough start compared to his teammate, showed impressive results by securing fourth place in the grid for the Sprint race. These results are crucial for the 34-year-old driver to continue his career in the sport.
Ricciardo performed exceptionally well on the Miami circuit in the VCARB0. Starting from the second row, he has the potential to fight for a place on the podium. After the qualifying results, Ricciardo and his race engineer were delighted with his performance and engaged in a relaxed yet encouraging conversation.
Furthermore, Ricciardo expressed his belief that the team deserved to be at the front of the grid after their results. This sets the stage for an exciting battle as the Australian driver faces competitors behind him. The Miami Grand Prix could mark a comeback for Ricciardo, as RB also showed improvements.
Ricciardo’s fourth-place start in the Sprint race was a pleasant surprise, considering the team’s previous struggles. He acknowledged that his performance in SQ2 was strong, and his final lap in SQ3 justified a start in fifth place. However, achieving fourth place exceeded expectations, leading the entire team to celebrate this fantastic result.
Driving around the circuit was described as “wild” by Ricciardo. Although he managed to put together good laps, maintaining consistency was challenging. However, the 34-year-old driver continued to strive for better results, earning the pride of the Italian team and the nickname “Honey Badger.”
RB will introduce several updates to their car to achieve favorable results. Ricciardo’s performance in the Chinese Grand Prix was also promising, if it weren’t for the collision with Lance Stroll. Therefore, the Miami Grand Prix presents an opportunity for redemption for the 34-year-old driver, while the team seeks to widen their advantage over rival teams.
