Huge pressure for Daniel Ricciardo

Daniel Ricciardo, new teammate of quadruple world champion Sebastian Vettel at Red Bull Racing, knows that the pressure will be heavy on his shoulders, especially in Australia, his home Grand Prix.

Published on 28/01/2014 à 16:59

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Traditional opening round of the season F1, the 2014 Australian Grand Prix will be very special for Daniel Ricciardo. The new pilot Red Bull will have the difficult task of supporting the reigning four-time world champion Sebastian Vettel at the wheel of the Red Bull RB10, unveiled today in Jerez.

“It is certain that the pressure will be enormous. But the season will be long and I must above all dedicate myself to learning new methods, inspired by Sebastian's example. » explains the Australian. “ I hope to be able to win races and bring as many points as possible to the team for the constructors' championship. I will do my best and take advantage of the slightest opportunity to do well. In any case, I prepared with determination, losing 4 kg during the off-season. »

The Australian driver is due to take his place in the RB10 on Thursday at the Jerez track for the third day of the first winter tests.