Birthday Boy Daniel Ricciardo Reveals the Best Present He Received From an F1 Fan

Daniel Ricciardo is arguably one of the most loved F1 drivers on the grid today. Apart from his skills on-track, the Australian is also one of the most hilarious drivers in the paddock.

While Ricciardo turns 32 today, he attended the traditional press conference in the Austrian Grand Prix earlier today. Along with answering several questions, the McLaren driver recalled his favorite gift from an F1 fan.

Daniel Ricciardo recalls a gift he received in Japan as the most memorable from an F1 fan

While the Australian seems to be struggling at McLaren this year, fans know him best for his time with Red Bull. During his five seasons with the Austrian outfit, Ricciardo challenged for podiums and race wins regularly. In fact, all seven of his career race wins are with Red Bull.

However, fans connected with the Honey Badger because of his personality. The Australian is one of the most hilarious drivers on the grid, which is something to look forward to during the F1 season.

At the press conference ahead of the Austrian Grand Prix, Ricciardo addressed the media along with George Russell. When a young fan asked Ricciardo his favorite birthday present from a fan, he admitted it was a nasal trimmer.

He said, “I once got a nasal trimmer, I’m pretty sure it was in Japan. I’m not sure if they were trying to say something..! It was interesting!”

However, he also admitted his best present was the call he got to take part in the 2011 British Grand Prix. “I got the news I’d be competing at Silverstone in 2011 around my birthday,” said the Australian.

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Can the Australian turn his season around at the Austrian Grand Prix?

With just 34 points from the first eight races, Ricciardo’s struggles are evident this year. In addition, the fact that his teammate Lando Norris is 52 points ahead of him doesn’t make his season any easier.

Although the Austrian Grand Prix will take place on the Red Bull Ring itself, Ricciardo will hope his second outing in Spielberg is a positive one. With McLaren in a close battle with Ferrari, the team need the Australian to score more points in the races that remain. Although he’s shown flashes of real speed, the Honey Badger will hope he can finish consistently in the points.

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