Ricciardo sees savings role as a serious option: ‘You don’t want to race for the race’ Formula 1

Another option is a rear seat on the grille, such as a Haas or Williams. Although the driver from Perth understands that bad results from a bad car can do more damage to his reputation.

“I have to make that trade-off. I know what it feels like to be up front, and in the end that’s where I want to be. I don’t want to race for the race. I really have to have faith that I can get back on stage.”

Ricciardo is also associated with other racing classes, particularly in the United States. IndyCar is the next step in the careers of many Formula 1 drivers, although Riccardo is more of a Nascar fan. But he doesn’t see himself stepping into America right now.

“I like the other racing seasons, but I’m not going there at the moment. I think the door to Formula 1 will close when you start there. Then it’s like I’m out of Formula 1 and I’m not. My focus here is in this sport.”