Mon Sep 23 11:11:09 UTC 2024: ## Ricciardo’s Future Uncertain as Verstappen Praises His “Great Guy” Friend

**Singapore** – Daniel Ricciardo’s future in Formula 1 remains uncertain following a poignant performance at the Singapore Grand Prix. While the Australian driver secured the fastest lap of the race, his overall finish of 18th and his emotional comments post-race have fueled speculation about his potential departure from the sport.

Ricciardo, who has been outperformed by his AlphaTauri teammate Yuki Tsunoda this season, acknowledged that his contract will be reviewed before the US Grand Prix in Austin. He admitted that he’s prepared for the possibility that Singapore could have been his final race.

Meanwhile, current World Champion Max Verstappen, who raced alongside Ricciardo at Red Bull from 2016 to 2018, praised his former teammate, highlighting their strong friendship and mutual respect. “We have always had a great relationship, great friendship, a lot of respect for each other,” Verstappen said.

The two drivers’ paths crossed again in Singapore when Ricciardo, despite a challenging race, secured the fastest lap, denying Verstappen a crucial championship point. Despite this, Verstappen remained supportive, acknowledging the importance of strategic decisions for each team.

Ricciardo’s potential departure would mark the end of a 13-year career in Formula 1, leaving fans to wonder if this was truly his final performance on the grid.

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