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About Ricciardo
Nationality: Australian
Date of birth: 1 July 1989
Height:1.79m
Weight: 58kg
Career Stats
| Statistic | Value |
|---|---|
| Grand Prix Entries | 239 |
| Wins | 8 |
| Podiums | 32 |
| Pole Positions | 3 |
| Fastest Laps | 16 |
| World Championships | 0 |
| Total Points | 1317 |
| Laps Led | 61 |
Biography
Daniel Ricciardo, born on 1 July 1989 in Perth, Australia, is a Formula One driver known for his charismatic personality and impressive racing skills. He began his F1 career with HRT in 2011 and moved to Toro Rosso in 2012. Ricciardo's major breakthrough came with Red Bull Racing, where he won multiple Grand Prix races.
His notable achievements include winning his first Grand Prix in Canada in 2014 and securing victories in Hungary and Belgium the same year. Ricciardo continued to perform well, winning the Malaysian Grand Prix in 2016 and achieving podium finishes in Azerbaijan, China, and Monaco. After his time with Red Bull, Ricciardo joined Renault for the 2019 and 2020 seasons and then moved to McLaren in 2021.
At McLaren, Ricciardo won the Italian Grand Prix in 2021. He later joined AlphaTauri in 2023, continuing to demonstrate his racing prowess and popular personality in the sport. Known as the "Honey Badger," Ricciardo is celebrated for his 'Shoey' celebration and his ability to consistently finish strong in races.