Ricciardo: his exclusion in Melbourne increased his motivation tenfold

Daniel Ricciardo could have been hard marked by this episode for his debut at Red Bull Racing, but the Australian was able to raise his head brilliantly. While he celebrated his first podium with a second place in his national event in Melbourne, Ricciardo had been downgraded following excessive fuel consumption. But the Red Bull driver's optimistic temperament was stronger and his 2014 season ended on three victories.

“As I remember this Sunday evening, it only fueled the flame that was already inside me » commented Daniel Ricciardo at the inauguration of the next Australian Grand Prix on March 15. “It stood me in good stead for the rest of the season. I was able to have a taste of success before she moved away and that made me want to find her again. I'm already looking forward to March so I can seek some redemption. »

Daniel Ricciardo clarified that he did not feel any particular pressure approaching his national Grand Prix even with the support of the public. “It doesn’t really change my approach. It's a little easier to stay motivated when you're riding at home because more or less the whole crowd is behind me. But it doesn't make it any more difficult. »