Daniel Ricciardo Urges F1 Promoters to Take Notes After Experiencing the Hype at the Dutch GP

Formula One weekends are known for the hype that they bring to the paddock. However, at the Dutch GP this weekend at Zandvoort, things were taken to next level. Daniel Ricciardo has hoped that the promoters can bring such an atmosphere to other circuits as well.

At Zandvoort, there wasn’t just a crowd supporting their countrymen, Max Verstappen, but also DJ that build up the environment. Ricciardo is excited about seeing this and hopes to see such similar atmospheres at other venues.

Daniel Ricciardo urges F1 promoters to take notes after seeing the hype at Zandvoort

The Australian is well known for his personality and the excitement he brings to the grid. So it is no surprise seeing the hype in the Netherlands has got him buzzing, and hopes to see such hype at other race weekends.

Speaking to Ziggo Sport at the Dutch GP, Daniel said, “The crowd has been awesome. So this has been fun. I think honestly the promoters around other circuits should learn from this, you know with the DJs creating a festival atmosphere. It is really cool.”

“And I am happy for that, and I am not just blowing smoke, it’s really cool. I am happy to be here,” Ricciardo concluded.

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How is Ricciardo set for the Dutch GP?

The McLaren driver was hoping to have a better qualifying session on Saturday but only managed to come on tenth on the timesheet. Ricciardo finished the Belgian GP in fourth place, and hopes to bring a similar if not better one this time at Zandvoort.

The 32-year-old driver knows the challenges he will have to overcome to gain positions around the Dutch track but is optimistic about securing a good position for the Woking-based outfit.

Where do you think will Ricciardo see the chequered flag from? Will it be better than a tenth-place finish? Let us know what you think in the comments section below.

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