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Formula One F1 – Qatar Grand Prix – Losail International Circuit, Lusail, Qatar – November 18, 2021 McLaren’s Daniel Ricciardo during a press conference Pool via REUTERS/Andrej Isakovic

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Formula One F1 – Qatar Grand Prix – Losail International Circuit, Lusail, Qatar – November 18, 2021 McLaren’s Daniel Ricciardo during a press conference Pool via REUTERS/Andrej Isakovic
The future of the Mclaren driver, Daniel Ricciardo, has been a topic of discussion for some time now. His time with the Woking-based outfit has not been a smooth ride. A win in the first season gave hope, but the current season’s form is far from ideal. The Australian is a world-class driver. However, he is yet to showcase that for Mclaren.
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The struggles of the current season are putting Ricciardo in a vulnerable position with his team. Zak Brown announced Ricciardo will serve his entire contract with Mclaren but replacement rumors kept making rounds on the internet. The rumors of replacement and even Ricciardo being asked to leave have been flying around for months.

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Formula One F1 – British Grand Prix – Silverstone Circuit, Silverstone, Britain – June 30, 2022 McLaren’s Daniel Ricciardo ahead of the Grand Prix REUTERS/Molly Darlington
Taking matters into his own hands, Honey Badger issued a statement on his social media, putting all the rumors to bed.
The Mclaren man’s statement read, “There have been a lot of rumors around my future in Formula 1, but I want you to hear it from me. I am committed to McLaren until the end of next year and am not walking away from the sport.”
“Appreciate it hasn’t always been easy, but who wants easy! I’m working my ass off with the team to make improvements and get the car right and back to the front where it belongs.”
“I still want this more than ever. See you in Le Castellet. Daniel.”
The Australian reassured his fans regarding his future on the team and his commitment to them. And Mclaren will hope his attitude and commitment translate to results sooner than later.
The bold statement from Daniel Ricciardo is sending Twitter into a frenzy
The fans received Ricciardo’s statement very well, as it spreads like wildfire on Twitter. The statement oozing with confidence is exactly what the fans wanted from the Australian.
LETS GO BABY LETS GOOOOOOOOOO
— vale CHECK PINNED (@ROSS1FUMI) July 13, 2022
THANK GOD LOVE YOU DANNY 🧡🧡🧡
— hannah #3 (@hannah_cooper12) July 13, 2022
daniel ricciardo is gods strongest soldier
— avery (@ricclewis44) July 13, 2022
G'wan Daniel 🇦🇺👊
— JAKE BUCKLEY 🇦🇺 (@TheMasterBucks) July 13, 2022
The love pouring towards Ricciardo’s statement is overwhelming, but not surprising. The Honey Badger’s joyful personality has earned him a boatload of fans from across the globe.
That's good to hear. We're so lucky to have you representing Australia in the pinnacle of motor sport.
— KJ Buvaj (@Knudlizking) July 13, 2022
Daniel Ricciardo said pic.twitter.com/uef2rF1CG4
— TESSA 🌊 (@F1Tessa) July 13, 2022
And that’s a big fuck you to everyone doubting him. Let’s go @danielricciardo 💪🏻🧡 https://t.co/M9G9zJApGk
— Sophie (@SophieeJayne_) July 13, 2022
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just a reminder that the last time mclaren won a race was by daniel ricciardo pic.twitter.com/F0wM4b9ClR
— caroline (@RlCClARDO) July 12, 2022
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The support from the fans will motivate Ricciardo further as he embarks on this journey to silence his doubters. And hopefully, the Honey Badger will deliver!
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