It is safe to say that the Renault F1 team are not enjoying themselves in the 2019 season. However, drivers, Daniel Ricciardo and Nico Hulkenberg [https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/nico-hulkenberg/] are putting on brave faces to the media. The Australian, in his first season with Renault has also been using his trademark humour on occasion. Following the Spanish GP [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spanish_Grand_Prix] practice sessions, where Daniel Ricciardo did not feature higher up in the order, he tried to laugh it off. The reporter asked Ricciardo about his thoughts on the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya. She also harked back to winter testing, where Ricciardo was not so fond of the track. He jokingly said, “I hate this place”, before clarifying that he was joking. Daniel Ricciardo then said that the team could have a run in Q3, before deciding to mess with the reporter again. 

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<h2>Renault: 2021 Latest News, Results, Drivers and Car Updates</h2>
The Renault F1 team first began their F1 operations in 1977 and even supplied engines from 1983. During their first stint in the sport, they won two F1 World Championships, both with <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/fernando-alonso/">Fernando Alonso</a>. They left the sport after the 2011 season, finding their way back in 2016.

Another significant event occurred when Renault debuted, namely the introduction of turbo engines. Renault's 2020 driver lineup consists of former Red Bull star Daniel Ricciardo and Esteban Ocon.

Renault's iconic yet modern yellow and black livery is set to change from 2021 when the team rebrands itself to Alpine F1 with a possible livery change reminiscent of the French tricolor. Esteban Ocon and Fernando Alonso will drive for the team in 2021.

The Renault logo is synonymous with both its road cars and racing team alike. The French team's logo consists of a <a href="https://group.renault.com/en/news-on-air/news/120-years-of-brand-identity/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">diamond</a>.
<h2><strong>On-track Achievements</strong></h2>
Renault?s first win and first podium both came at the same race. Jean-Pierre Jabouille won the 1979 French Grand Prix, and Rene Arnoux took third.

Their results were very intermittent with numerous retirements, and they withdrew as a team after 1985.

The Renault F1 team would return to the fray in 2002, taking over from the Benetton team. Renault did not start winning again until 2003, with a solitary win from Fernando Alonso.

Renault F1 went another year winless in 2004 before the dynamic changed dramatically in 2005, when Fernando Alonso and Giancarlo Fisichella dominated the proceedings and took the title. The two repeated the same feat in 2006, with Alonso finishing no lower than fifth during the season.

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So far, Renault have bagged 35 race wins, and 103 podiums in 400 race starts. The team has amassed 1,777 points over the course of their storied stint in F1.

The team pulled out yet again in 2011 and rejoined in 2016. Their drivers for that year were Kevin Magnussen and Jolyon Palmer. When Magnussen left for Haas, Nico Hulkenberg jumped ship from Force India to the French team.

Later, when Palmer?s contract was terminated, Carlos Sainz was loaned to them by Toro Rosso. Hulkenberg and Sainz would race together for the 2018 season until Sainz moved to McLaren for 2019.

In yet another sequence of driver shuffling, Renault's 2021 lineup will consist of Esteban Ocon and the returning Fernando Alonso.

Alonso will replace Daniel Ricciardo, who is McLaren bound for the 2021 season.
<h2>When did Renault last win in F1?</h2>
Renault's last win in F1 remains the 2008 Japanese Grand Prix, won by Fernando Alonso.

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<h2>Best Moments of Renault F1 team</h2>

<h2>Which F1 teams use Renault engines?</h2>
Once one of the most sought-after engine suppliers on the grid, Renault currently supply engines to McLaren alone. However, with McLaren set to switch to Mercedes power in 2021, Renault won't have any customer teams next season.
<h2><strong>Renault?s Sponsors</strong></h2>
Renault are currently <a href="https://www.renaultsport.com/-formule-1-partners-.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">partnered</a> by DP World, Castrol, Infiniti, and RCI Banking Services as their main sponsors. Their other sponsors include Mapfre, Dupont Microsoft, Alpinestars, Boeing, Pirelli, Siemens, and more.
<h2>Renault's charities and foundations</h2>
Responding to the UK government's call for assistance, several F1 teams joined hands in the fight against COVID-19. Renault were one of the seven F1 teams that helped in manufacturing required medical equipment, crucial in the fight against the virus.

The initiative was titled 'Project Pitlane" and even saw Renault <a href="https://www.motorsport.com/f1/news/red-bull-renault-horner-unthinkable-scenario/4787716/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">working</a> side by side with Red Bull at the latter's Milton-Keynes factory in the UK.
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<td width="319"><strong>Founded</strong></td>
<td width="319">1977</td>
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<td width="319">Louis Renault</td>
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<td width="319"><strong>Number of Titles</strong></td>
<td width="319">2</td>
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<td width="319"><strong>Prize Money Won</strong></td>
<td width="319">47.3 million</td>
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<td width="319"><strong>Base</strong></td>
<td width="319">Enstone, Viry</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="319"><strong>Official Website</strong></td>
<td width="319">https://www.renaultsport.com/-Formule-1-330-.html</td>
</tr>
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<td width="319"><strong>Drivers</strong></td>
<td width="319">Esteban Ocon, Fernando Alonso</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="319"><strong>Test Drivers</strong></td>
<td width="319">TBA</td>
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<td width="319"><strong>Engine</strong></td>
<td width="319">Renault</td>
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<td width="319"><strong>Tires</strong></td>
<td width="319">Pirelli</td>
</tr>
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Formula One F1 &#8211; Tuscan Grand Prix &#8211; Mugello, Scarperia e San Piero, Italy &#8211; September 12, 2020 Renault&#8217;s Daniel Ricciardo during practice Pool via REUTERS/Bryn Lennon Renault: 2021 Latest News, Results, Drivers and Car Updates The Renault F1 team first began their F1 operations in 1977 and even supplied engines from 1983. During their first stint in the sport, they won two F1 World Championships, both with Fernando Alonso. They left the sport after the 2011 season, finding their way back in 2016. Another significant event occurred when Renault debuted, namely the introduction of turbo engines. Renault&#8217;s 2020 driver lineup consists of former Red Bull star Daniel Ricciardo and Esteban Ocon. Renault&#8217;s iconic yet modern yellow and black livery is set to change from 2021 when the team rebrands itself to Alpine F1 with a possible livery change reminiscent of the French tricolor. Esteban Ocon and Fernando Alonso will drive for the team in 2021. The Renault logo is synonymous with both its road cars and racing team alike. The French team&#8217;s logo consists of a diamond. On-track Achievements Renault?s first win and first podium both came at the same race. Jean-Pierre Jabouille won the 1979 French Grand Prix, and Rene Arnoux took third. Their results were very intermittent with numerous retirements, and they withdrew as a team after 1985. The Renault F1 team would return to the fray in 2002, taking over from the Benetton team. Renault did not start winning again until 2003, with a solitary win from Fernando Alonso. Renault F1 went another year winless in 2004 before the dynamic changed dramatically in 2005, when Fernando Alonso and Giancarlo Fisichella dominated the proceedings and took the title. The two repeated the same feat in 2006, with Alonso finishing no lower than fifth during the season. Formula One F1 &#8211; Tuscan Grand Prix &#8211; Mugello, Scarperia e San Piero, Italy &#8211; Renault&#8217;s Daniel Ricciardo in action during the race Pool via REUTERS/Bryn Lennon So far, Renault have bagged 35 race wins, and 103 podiums in 400 race starts. The team has amassed 1,777 points over the course of their storied stint in F1. The team pulled out yet again in 2011 and rejoined in 2016. Their drivers for that year were Kevin Magnussen and Jolyon Palmer. When Magnussen left for Haas, Nico Hulkenberg jumped ship from Force India to the French team. Later, when Palmer?s contract was terminated, Carlos Sainz was loaned to them by Toro Rosso. Hulkenberg and Sainz would race together for the 2018 season until Sainz moved to McLaren for 2019. In yet another sequence of driver shuffling, Renault&#8217;s 2021 lineup will consist of Esteban Ocon and the returning Fernando Alonso. Alonso will replace Daniel Ricciardo, who is McLaren bound for the 2021 season. When did Renault last win in F1? Renault&#8217;s last win in F1 remains the 2008 Japanese Grand Prix, won by Fernando Alonso. Formula One F1 &#8211; Tuscan Grand Prix &#8211; Mugello, Scarperia e San Piero, Italy &#8211; September 10, 2020 Renault&#8217;s Esteban Ocon and Daniel Ricciardo during a press conference FIA/Handout via REUTERS??ATTENTION EDITORS &#8211; THIS IMAGE HAS BEEN SUPPLIED BY A THIRD PARTY. NO RESALES. NO ARCHIVES Best Moments of Renault F1 team Which F1 teams use Renault engines? Once one of the most sought-after engine suppliers on the grid, Renault currently supply engines to McLaren alone. However, with McLaren set to switch to Mercedes power in 2021, Renault won&#8217;t have any customer teams next season. Renault?s Sponsors Renault are currently partnered by DP World, Castrol, Infiniti, and RCI Banking Services as their main sponsors. Their other sponsors include Mapfre, Dupont Microsoft, Alpinestars, Boeing, Pirelli, Siemens, and more. Renault&#8217;s charities and foundations Responding to the UK government&#8217;s call for assistance, several F1 teams joined hands in the fight against COVID-19. Renault were one of the seven F1 teams that helped in manufacturing required medical equipment, crucial in the fight against the virus. The initiative was titled &#8216;Project Pitlane&#8221; and even saw Renault working side by side with Red Bull at the latter&#8217;s Milton-Keynes factory in the UK.  Founded 1977  Owner Louis Renault  Number of Titles 2  Prize Money Won 47.3 million  Base Enstone, Viry  Official Website https://www.renaultsport.com/-Formule-1-330-.html  Drivers Esteban Ocon, Fernando Alonso  Test Drivers TBA  Engine Renault  Tires Pirelli

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<h2>Spanish Grand Prix 2021 - Winners, Qualifying, Circuits, Track</h2>
The Spanish Grand Prix has been in operation long before Formula One even began. The first-ever race was back in 1913, won by Carlos Salamance in a Rolls Royce. However, the Spanish GP only found a home in Catalunya from 1991 onwards.

Lewis Hamilton won the 2021 Spanish Grand Prix ahead of Max Verstappen and Valtteri Bottas.
<h2>PAST WINNERS</h2>
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<td width="221"><a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/nigel-mansell/">Nigel Mansell</a></td>
<td width="221">1991, 1992</td>
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<td width="221"><a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/alain-prost/">Alain Prost</a></td>
<td width="221">1993</td>
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<tr>
<td width="221">Damon Hill</td>
<td width="221">1994</td>
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<td width="221"><a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/michael-schumacher/">Michael Schumacher</a></td>
<td width="221">1995, 1996, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="221">Jacques Villeneuve</td>
<td width="221">1997</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="221"><a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/mika-hakkinen/">Mika Hakkinen</a></td>
<td width="221">1998, 1999, 2000</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="221"><a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/kimi-raikkonen/">Kimi Raikkonen</a></td>
<td width="221">2005, 2008</td>
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<td width="221"><a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/fernando-alonso/">Fernando Alonso</a></td>
<td width="221">2005, 2013</td>
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<td width="221">Felipe Massa</td>
<td width="221">2007</td>
</tr>
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<td width="221">Jenson Button</td>
<td width="221">2009</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="221">Mark Webber</td>
<td width="221">2010</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="221"><a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/sebastian-vettel/">Sebastian Vettel</a></td>
<td width="221">2011</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="221">Pastor Maldonado</td>
<td width="221">2012</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="221"><a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/lewis-hamilton/">Lewis Hamilton</a></td>
<td width="221">2014, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="221"><a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/lewis-hamilton/">Nico Rosberg</a></td>
<td width="221">2015</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="221"><a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/max-verstappen/">Max Verstappen</a></td>
<td width="221">2016</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h2><strong>Circuit Information</strong></h2>
&nbsp;

The Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya is situated in Montmelo. It is characterized by long straights and a decent mix of corners. The track's seating capacity stands at 140,700 and it has an FIA Grade 1 license.<sup id="cite_ref-2" class="reference"></sup>

The circuit length is 4.655 km, and the race is normally 66 laps long. This covers a distance of 307.104 km at an average time of 1:35:29.972.
<h2><strong>Overtaking Hotspots</strong></h2>
&nbsp;

Of course, the main straight is a prime overtaking spot as it is a kilometer long and a DRS zone. So, there are plenty of slipstreaming opportunities. Just at the end of the straight is a right-left sequence, which can provide decent action.

This is followed by a long sweeping right-hander, and another chance to pounce. The next chance to overtake is at Turn 5, where drivers head downhill and can dive down the inside.

Another excellent overtaking hotspot is at the end of the back straight, another DRS zone. Finally, there is the 200kph final corner, where many a race has been won or lost.

Spanish Grand Prix

Formula One F1 &#8211; Spanish Grand Prix &#8211; Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya, Barcelona, Spain &#8211; August 14, 2020 Mercedes&#8217; Lewis Hamilton and Ferrari&#8217;s Sebastian Vettel during practice | Courtesy: REUTERS/Albert Gea/Pool Spanish Grand Prix 2021 &#8211; Winners, Qualifying, Circuits, Track The Spanish Grand Prix has been in operation long before Formula One even began. The first-ever race was back in 1913, won by Carlos Salamance in a Rolls Royce. However, the Spanish GP only found a home in Catalunya from 1991 onwards. Lewis Hamilton won the 2021 Spanish Grand Prix ahead of Max Verstappen and Valtteri Bottas. PAST WINNERS  Nigel Mansell 1991, 1992  Alain Prost 1993  Damon Hill 1994  Michael Schumacher 1995, 1996, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004  Jacques Villeneuve 1997  Mika Hakkinen 1998, 1999, 2000  Kimi Raikkonen 2005, 2008  Fernando Alonso 2005, 2013  Felipe Massa 2007  Jenson Button 2009  Mark Webber 2010  Sebastian Vettel 2011  Pastor Maldonado 2012  Lewis Hamilton 2014, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020  Nico Rosberg 2015  Max Verstappen 2016  Circuit Information &nbsp; The Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya is situated in Montmelo. It is characterized by long straights and a decent mix of corners. The track&#8217;s seating capacity stands at 140,700 and it has an FIA Grade 1 license. The circuit length is 4.655 km, and the race is normally 66 laps long. This covers a distance of 307.104 km at an average time of 1:35:29.972. Overtaking Hotspots &nbsp; Of course, the main straight is a prime overtaking spot as it is a kilometer long and a DRS zone. So, there are plenty of slipstreaming opportunities. Just at the end of the straight is a right-left sequence, which can provide decent action. This is followed by a long sweeping right-hander, and another chance to pounce. The next chance to overtake is at Turn 5, where drivers head downhill and can dive down the inside. Another excellent overtaking hotspot is at the end of the back straight, another DRS zone. Finally, there is the 200kph final corner, where many a race has been won or lost.

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<h2 style="text-align: center">Daniel Ricciardo 2024: Net Worth, Salary, and Endorsements</h2>
Daniel Ricciardo is an Australian racing driver currently driving for the Visa Cash App Racing Bulls F1 Team. He made his Formula 1 debut at the British GP in 2011, driving for Hispania Racing. His first F1 win came in the 2014 season at the Canadian GP in his debut season for Red Bull Racing. Ricciardo has accumulated 8 race wins over the course of his career, with the 2018 Monaco GP win being the feather in his cap.

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<h2 style="text-align: center">Daniel Ricciardo's Career Timeline</h2>
One of the best overtakers in the game, Daniel Ricciardo, made his Formula 1 debut in 2011 with HRT. A year later, he moved to <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/f1/toro-rosso/" target="_self" rel="noopener">Toro Rosso</a> alongside Jean-Eric Vergne. After two years with the Faenza-based team, he graduated to Red Bull and partnered with <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/sebastian-vettel/" target="_self" rel="noopener">Sebastian Vettel</a>. He remained with the team after Vettel's departure in 2015, this time teaming up with <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/daniil-kvyat/" target="_self" rel="noopener">Daniil Kvyat</a>. The two raced together until mid-2016 when Kvyat was demoted to Toro Rosso and Max Verstappen took his place.

In mid-2018, Daniel Ricciardo announced his departure from Red Bull after an association of five seasons. Ricciardo joined Renault in 2019, partnering with Nico Hulkenberg. However, it came as a shock when Ricciardo affirmed that he wouldn't be extending his contract with the French outfit.

Many believed Ricciardo would eventually join Ferrari - given his hunger and passion to win the world championship, not to mention his Italian heritage. Sadly, it never came to pass. The Australian was in talks with Ferrari, but the negotiations never amounted to anything serious. He was beaten to a seat at the Scuderia by McLaren's Carlos Sainz.

<strong>READ MORE -</strong> <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/the-long-list-of-cars-owned-and-driven-by-daniel-ricciardo-f1/" target="_self" rel="noopener">The Long List of Cars Owned and Driven by Daniel Ricciardo</a>

After a largely unsuccessful stint with Renault, The Honey Badger announced his switch to McLaren for the 2021 season. Ricciardo teamed up with Lando Norris over his first stint. Despite largely trailing the Briton, Ricciardo managed to break the shackles at the Italian Grand Prix by claiming his first F1 victory since the 2018 Monaco Grand Prix and the first for McLaren since the 2012 Brazilian GP.

After a string of disappointing results during the 2022 season, McLaren terminated his contract a year in advance and, soon later after the conclusion of the Japanese GP qualifying, he announced his departure from the F1 grid for the 2023 season. He went on to take up the role of the Red Bull 3rd driver. However, following the release of Nyck de Vries from his AlphaTauri seat, Ricciardo was announced as his replacement, and the Hungarian GP marked his return to AlphaTauri and Formula 1.
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center">Daniel Ricciardo's Personal Life</h2>
For someone who's quite open and active across social media, Ricciardo is quite reserved about his personal life. The Australian prefers to keep his family and relationships away from the limelight. Daniel's father is Giuseppe “Joe” Ricciardo and his mother is Grace Ricciardo. His father was born in Ficarra, Italy, and moved to Australia aged 7. His mother is Australian-born, however, she is of Italian descent as well. Daniel's sister's name is Michelle. Daniel's father Giuseppe is a former driver and has raced at the Barbagallo Raceway in Western Australia.

There were rumors of Ricciardo dating an Australian model Jessica Gomes in 2018, but the Honey Badger <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-6754573/Daniel-Ricciardo-29-denies-dating-Jessica-Gomes-34-admits-rumours-positive.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">denied</a> the same. Since 2022, Daniel Ricciardo has been in a <a href="https://people.com/who-is-heidi-berger-daniel-ricciardo-8349982" target="_blank" rel="noopener">relationship with Heidi Berger</a>. Heidi is the daughter of former Austrian F1 driver Gerhard Berger and her mother is former Portuguese model Ana Corvo. Gerhard has driven for F1 teams such as Ferrari, McLaren, and Benetton. Heidi is an actress and has starred in the soap opera <em>A Única Mulher</em>.

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Apart from F1, Ricciardo follows the NFL, and <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/f1-news-nlf-afc-news-alphatauri-news-how-did-daniel-ricciardo-and-josh-allen-become-friends-what-nfl-team-does-the-f1-star-support/">Buffalo Bills is his favorite team</a>. He owns a Bills jersey and is great friends with Josh Allen. Ricciardo also has an impressive tattoo collection, which is pretty ironic, considering his fear of needles.

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<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center"><strong>Daniel Ricciardo: Stats and on-track </strong><b>Achievements</b></h2>
A ninth-placed finish saw Ricciardo score his first set of points in Australia in 2012. His first podium came at the Spanish GP in 2014 when he finished third. He followed it up with another third-place finish in Monaco. The Perth native snatched his maiden win at the 2014 Canadian Grand Prix. Ricciardo went on to win two more races that year, in Hungary and Belgium.

While Ricciardo wowed fans with his incredible racecraft, he also has a unique taste in helmets. Daniel Ricciardo's 2019 lid, with the words <em>"Stop Being Them"</em> caught everyone's attention and instantly became a fan favorite. His 2020 helmet is an evolution of the 2019 lid, with some crazy color combinations that truly stand out. It was a similar crazy design in 2021 as well, with the theme being 'All good, all ways'.

[caption id="attachment_1197173" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="wp-image-1197173 size-full" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/GettyImages-1339846015.jpg" alt="Daniel Ricciardo" width="1920" height="1080" /> MONZA, ITALY - SEPTEMBER 12: Race winner Daniel Ricciardo of Australia and McLaren F1 celebrates on the podium during the F1 Grand Prix of Italy at Autodromo di Monza on September 12, 2021 in Monza, Italy. (Photo by Clive Mason - Formula 1/Formula 1 via Getty Images)[/caption]

During the rest of his career, he took five more wins. They were in Malaysia 2016, Azerbaijan 2017, China 2018, Monaco 2018, and the latest victory arrived at Monza 2021. His highest position in the Drivers' Championship has been third in 2014 and 2016.

In a career spanning nearly a decade, Ricciardo has competed in 214 Grand Prix weekends, winning eight races and clinching 32 podiums. The Australian has scored 1326 points in his F1 career till the end of the 2023 season.
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center">Daniel Ricciardo: Net Worth</h2>
According to <a href="https://www.forbes.com/profile/daniel-ricciardo/?sh=15ac52677fe2" target="_blank" rel="noopener">reports</a>, Ricciardo had an annual salary of $27 million and earned an additional $2 million through endorsements as of 2020. He has a net worth of <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.celebritynetworth.com/richest-athletes/race-car-drivers/daniel-ricciardo-net-worth/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">$50 million</a>.

In August 2018, Daniel Ricciardo signed a two-year contract with Renault that pays him an astonishing <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-6025373/After-new-31M-deal-Renault-does-make-Daniel-Ricciardo-Australias-richest-sports-star.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">$35 million</a> per year. Under his previous contract with Red Bull, he was making $6 million per year. In 2021, with McLaren, Ricciardo became the 7th highest-earning F1 driver on the grid, with a salary of $17 million per year. However, over the 2021 season, Ricciardo has <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.gq.com.au/fitness/sport/f1-driver-salaries-2022/image-gallery/959853345554bc750aa6609f94994634?pos=7" target="_blank" rel="noopener">reportedly</a> taken a step back with a salary of $15 million.

In November 2018, Daniel spent <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-7642301/Daniel-Ricciardos-lavish-13million-Hollywood-mansion.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">$13 million</a> to buy a mansion in Beverly Hills.
<h2 style="text-align: center">Daniel Ricciardo's Car Collection</h2>
Daniel Ricciardo boasts of a unique collection of cars. Being one of the best-paid drivers on the grid, Ricciardo has splurged the cash on exquisite sports cars. He owns a McLaren 720s which was a gift to himself after his win at the Italian GP in 2021. The McLaren 720s comes with a price tag of $299,000. The Honey Badger's garage also houses a Porsche 918 Spyder worth $845,000. His 599 horsepower-producing Porsche has a white metallic finish to it. Additionally, the Australian owns a 2016 Aston Martin Vantage worth $300,000 and has a 5.2 liter AE31 twin-turbocharged V12 engine. Another Aston and Ricciardo's prized possession is a $2.6 million Aston Martin Valkyrie which is powered by a 6.5 liter V12 and produces an astonishing 1100 hp. It can go from 0 to 60 mph in 2.5 seconds. However, the most special car for Riccardo is his $7,540 Toyota Hilux which was gifted to him by his parents in 2006.
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center"><strong><b>Daniel Ricciardo: Endorsements</b></strong></h2>
The Australian driver has been <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://danielricciardo.com/partners/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">sponsored by</a> the likes of Go Pro, Blue Coast, Puma, Amazon, and more.

Ricciardo has also been sponsored by carsales.com, a website that is primarily used for vehicle classifieds. Recently, Ricciardo extended his contract with car sales for two more years. Since 2017, Ricciardo has been teaming up with the premium hat company Melin to release a line of hats resulting from a collaboration between Daniel and Melin.

Ricciardo has <a href="https://www.danielricciardo.com/partners" target="_blank" rel="noopener">partnerships across various fields</a>, such as gaming, telecommunications, cryptocurrency, music, and wine. Brands he has partnered with include EA Sports, Optus, crypto exchange OKX, Beats, and St. Hugo vinery.
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center"><strong>Daniel Ricciardo: Foundation and Charity Work</strong></h2>
Ricciardo is an ambassador for the Red Bull-backed <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.thecheckeredflag.co.uk/2016/04/daniel-ricciardo-attend-wings-life-world-run-2016/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Wings for Life</a> Foundation. He even <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.drive.com.au/motor-news/daniel-ricciardo-s-aston-goes-under-the-hammer-117671" target="_blank" rel="noopener">auctioned off</a> his Aston Martin V8 Vantage for charity. The proceeds went to the Racing for MNDi Foundation. Racing for MNDi Foundation funds research into the inherited form of Motor Neurone Disease (MND).

Following the horrific bushfires that left Australia reeling, Daniel Ricciardo <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/f1-driver-daniel-ricciardo-appeals-to-the-world-to-pray-and-donate-for-australian-wildfires/" target="_self" rel="noopener">donated</a> an unspecified amount to the Australian Red Cross and WIRES wildlife rescue. Furthermore, the Perth native revealed that he would be <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-7854643/Australia-suffering-Formula-One-star-Daniel-Ricciardo-raffle-race-suit-bushfires.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">auctioning</a> his race suit to raise money for charitable causes. He has also partnered with Save The Children.

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<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center">How to contact Daniel Ricciardo?</h2>
Interested parties can reach out to Daniel Ricciardo through his <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://danielricciardo.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">official website</a>.

For business and media inquiries, one can send an email to ricciardo3@caa.com

Apart from these methods, fans can contact Ricciardo through his multiple social media accounts. The Australian driver is particularly active on <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://twitter.com/danielricciardo" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Twitter</a> and <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.instagram.com/danielricciardo/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Instagram</a>. Additionally, Ricciardo also uses <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.facebook.com/DanielRicciardo/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Facebook</a> and <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC23P0g2Vt4o6qt5dglgOGKQ" target="_blank" rel="noopener">YouTube</a>.
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<td>Date of Birth</td>
<td>July 1, 1989</td>
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<td>Marital Status</td>
<td>Single</td>
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<td>Residence</td>
<td>Monaco, Perth</td>
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<td>Nationality</td>
<td>Australian</td>
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<td>Team</td>
<td>AlphaTauri</td>
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<td>Endorsements</td>
<td>Go Pro, Blue Coast, Puma, Stance Socks, Amazon</td>
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<td>Championships</td>
<td>0</td>
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<td>Annual Salary</td>
<td>$15 million (2020)</td>
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<td>Net Worth</td>
<td>$50 million</td>
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<td>Birthday</td>
<td>1st July</td>
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<td>Height</td>
<td>1.78m</td>
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<td>Ethnicity</td>
<td>White</td>
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<td>Races Won</td>
<td>8</td>
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<td>Podiums</td>
<td>32</td>
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<strong>History</strong>

The Formula One World Championship first started back in 1950. The very first F1 champion was Italy's Guiseppe Farina who raced for Alfa Romeo.

The sport has had 33 different champions in its history and a few of them are multiple championship winners. Currently, the driver with the most championships is <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/michael-schumacher/">Michael Schumacher</a> with 7 under his belt. However, <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/f1/mercedes">Mercedes</a> driver <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/lewis-hamilton/">Lewis Hamilton</a> will be eager to overhaul that. Hamilton currently holds 6 World Championships and stands on the cusp of equalling Michael Schumacher's record at the end of the season.

[caption id="attachment_394613" align="alignnone" width="1920"]<img class="wp-image-394613 size-full" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/20200929180846/2020-09-27T125344Z_1587606816_UP1EG9R0ZTK0Z_RTRMADP_3_MOTOR-F1-RUSSIA-1-1.jpg" alt="Lewis Hamilton Racing In The Russian GP" width="1920" height="1185" /> Formula One F1 - Russian Grand Prix - Sochi Autodrom, Sochi, Russia - Mercedes' Lewis Hamilton in action during the race. Pool via REUTERS/Yuri Kochetkov[/caption]

Hamilton and Mercedes are the defending Champions with the pair's dominance unlikely to end anytime soon.

<img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-99263" src="http://www.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/F1-logo-f.png" alt="Formula One" width="2048" height="1536" />

For a long time, Bernie Ecclestone was the F1 supremo, having founded the Formula One Group. He?spent 40 years as chief executive of the company after gaining control of the commercial rights.

But in 2017, he stepped down and ownership was handed to Liberty Media who have been taking care of F1 since then. To herald their control, they even changed the F1 logo.

Chase Carey was the first F1 CEO in the 'liberty era' of F1 and will be stepping down at the end of the year. Former Ferrari team principal Stefano Domenicali will succeed the American in 2021.

<img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-126049" src="http://www.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/f1-logo-2018.jpg" alt="sports brand" width="1920" height="1080" />

The Formula One world championship is considered by many to be the pinnacle of motorsport. It has produced champions like Fangio, <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/ayrton-senna/">Ayrton Senna</a>, <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/alain-prost/">Alain Prost</a>, Schumacher, <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/fernando-alonso/">Fernando Alonso</a>, Niki Lauda, Nelson Piquet, Lewis Hamilton, Kimi Raikkonen, Sebastian Vettel and many many more.
<table width="516">
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<tr>
<td width="264"><strong>Number of Seasons</strong></td>
<td width="246">70</td>
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<tr>
<td width="264"><strong>Number of Teams</strong></td>
<td width="246">20</td>
</tr>
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<td width="264"><strong>Most Number of Driver's titles</strong></td>
<td width="246">7</td>
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<td width="264"><strong>Most Number of Constructors Titles</strong></td>
<td width="246">16</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="264"><strong>Most Wins</strong></td>
<td width="246">91</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="264"><strong>Most Poles</strong></td>
<td width="246">96</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

Formula One

History The Formula One World Championship first started back in 1950. The very first F1 champion was Italy&#8217;s Guiseppe Farina who raced for Alfa Romeo. The sport has had 33 different champions in its history and a few of them are multiple championship winners. Currently, the driver with the most championships is Michael Schumacher with 7 under his belt. However, Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton will be eager to overhaul that. Hamilton currently holds 6 World Championships and stands on the cusp of equalling Michael Schumacher&#8217;s record at the end of the season. Formula One F1 &#8211; Russian Grand Prix &#8211; Sochi Autodrom, Sochi, Russia &#8211; Mercedes&#8217; Lewis Hamilton in action during the race. Pool via REUTERS/Yuri Kochetkov Hamilton and Mercedes are the defending Champions with the pair&#8217;s dominance unlikely to end anytime soon. For a long time, Bernie Ecclestone was the F1 supremo, having founded the Formula One Group. He?spent 40 years as chief executive of the company after gaining control of the commercial rights. But in 2017, he stepped down and ownership was handed to Liberty Media who have been taking care of F1 since then. To herald their control, they even changed the F1 logo. Chase Carey was the first F1 CEO in the &#8216;liberty era&#8217; of F1 and will be stepping down at the end of the year. Former Ferrari team principal Stefano Domenicali will succeed the American in 2021. The Formula One world championship is considered by many to be the pinnacle of motorsport. It has produced champions like Fangio, Ayrton Senna, Alain Prost, Schumacher, Fernando Alonso, Niki Lauda, Nelson Piquet, Lewis Hamilton, Kimi Raikkonen, Sebastian Vettel and many many more.  Number of Seasons 70  Number of Teams 20  Most Number of Driver&#8217;s titles 7  Most Number of Constructors Titles 16  Most Wins 91  Most Poles 96