After learning that the contract with McLaren will not be renewed for next season, Daniel Ricciardo looked for an alternative by betting on the role of reserve driver in one of the strongest teams, rather than looking for a job in the middle class. .
Speaking on the In the Fast Lane podcast, the Australian confirmed that before signing with Red Bull Racing for the role of third driver, he had been in talks with Mercedes and considered this option a priority.
Daniel Riccardo: “I negotiated with Mercedes and I am grateful to them for their response, because I was very interested in this option. Then everything stopped and there was an option with Red Bull, gradually it got details and the contract was signed.
You know, when I played for Red Bull I wanted to join Mercedes because this team dominated. I even met them a few times. It’s nice that even now they haven’t refused to meet me. It’s great that even after a few bad years, top teams keep showing interest in me.
Source: F1 News
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