One user didn’t mince words, chiming in with, “Damm what a loser.” Ouch!

Meanwhile, the original author of the post came back for another round, asking, “Seriously, when will the sexist comments and jokes stop?”

It’s not just about poking fun – such comments can stir up a whole storm in a teacup. They further widen the gap in a sport that’s already juggling with gender inclusion. But, there’s always that one person on X with their facts on point: “Imagine the positive impact he could’ve had by clarifying that actually, men are overwhelming more likely to be in car accidents than women (in Aus and across the world), and that there are significant barriers to women facing in F1 that have absolutely nothing to do with skill.”

Oh boy, it seems like Ricciardo might be turning into a repeat offender in the off-the-cuff remarks department. Remember that time at COTA in the UK? Fans sure do. He likened something to how “like women are with handbags,” basically hinting that every lady out there just can’t resist a good purse. Cue eye rolls and facepalms. Classic case of foot-in-mouth? 🙄👜🏎️

It’s a gentle nudge that Formula 1 isn’t just about burning rubber and crossing the finish line. It’s also about the character, being role models, and lighting up a path for fans everywhere. Daniel Ricciardo, like every driver in the game, carries a hefty responsibility. With that spotlight comes the duty to set an example that stretches beyond the track. Whether this hiccup sparks any major changes is still up in the air, but one thing’s clear for now: fans were definitely hoping for a bit more from him.