Daniel Ricciardo opens up on ‘hiding from the humiliation’ after F1 axe

Daniel Ricciardo has admitted he spent months "hiding from the humiliation" after his abrupt F1 exit in 2024.

By Graham Shaw · GPFans

Published: Wednesday, 28 October 2026 at 8:45 PM

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Daniel Ricciardo revealed he struggled with humiliation and sadness following his 2024 Formula 1 exit.
Ricciardo was released by Racing Bulls following the 2024 Singapore Grand Prix and replaced by Liam Lawson.
Speaking on the Beyond The Grid podcast, Ricciardo stated he hid his pain behind a cheerful public persona.

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Former Formula 1 driver Daniel Ricciardo has revealed he spent months hiding from humiliation, pain, and sadness following his exit from the sport in 2024. Speaking on F1's Beyond The Grid podcast with Tom Clarkson, the Australian explained that while he projected a happy demeanor publicly, he internally struggled after being dropped by Racing Bulls following the 2024 Singapore Grand Prix.

Ricciardo, who won eight Grands Prix across 257 race starts, noted that he viewed his departure as a personal failure. However, two years on from his release, he reflected that he is now able to look back on his motorsport career with pride and positivity.

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