Daniel Ricciardo’s lack of pace in McLaren, led to McLaren replacing him with Oscar Piastri for the 2023 season.
With a lot of certainty over Daniel Ricciardo’s future in F1 , it is officially revealed that he will return to Red Bull as their third driver for the 2023 season . Daniel has won 7 Grand Prix with Red Bull before breaking ties with them in 2018 .
Oracle Red Bull racing tweeted ,”He’s back! Welcome home, @DanielRicciardo 🇦🇺 #DR3ack ”
An elated Daniel Ricciardo said, “The smile says it all,I’m truly excited to be coming back home to Oracle Red Bull Racing as their Third Driver in 2023. I already have so many fond memories of my time here, but the welcome from Christian [Horner], Dr [Helmut] Marko and the entire team is something I’m sincerely appreciative of.
“For me personally, the ability to contribute to and be surrounded by the best team in F1 is hugely appealing, whilst also giving me some time to recharge and refocus. I can’t wait to be with the team and support with simulator work, testing sessions and commercial activities. Let’s go!”
Red Bull Team Principal Christian Horner said: “It is great to bring Daniel back into the Red Bull family. He has enormous talent and such a brilliant character; I know the whole factory is excited to be welcoming him home.
“In his role as test and third driver, Daniel will give us the chance to diversify, assisting in the development of the car, aiding the team with his experience and knowledge of what it takes to succeed in F1. We’re very pleased to be working with Daniel again and look forward to everything he will bring to the team in 2023.”
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