Ricciardo “satisfied” for his last with Renault

After 38 races in yellow and black, Daniel Ricciardo bows out on the side of Viruses-Châtillon. Arriving in 2019, the Australian decided not to extend its collaboration with Renault to look elsewhere, towards McLaren more precisely.

But before thinking about the English team, the 31-year-old driver had one last meeting with the Losange near Abu Dhabi. Ranked 11th, Daniel Ricciardo managed to complete this final event in 7th place behind Carlos Sainz which he will replace next year.

« Considering that we were 11th on the grid, I am satisfied with this 7th place at the finish. My stint on hard tires was very good at the start and the car was working well. The safety car changed the plans a bit but we weren't fast enough to catch the drivers in front ».

If he regrets the defeat in the fight for 3rd place in the Manufacturers' championship, the Australian leaves happy after a season where the team reached a milestone. “ I am aware that we did not manage to get this third place despite everything the team had a very good season and above all took a step forward compared to last year. Thank you so much for these two incredible years! »

From the top of his two podiums with Renault, Daniel Ricciardo leaves with the impression of having helped de Losange to get closer to the front car. HAS Fernando Alonso to confirm this progress now.