As the final race of the season came to an end, the fans were extremely emotional. With the season ending, four F1 drivers are leaving the grid, and it’s all too overwhelming for many.
One of those four drivers was McLaren’s Daniel Ricciardo. The Honey Badger finished in P9 in his last race for the papaya team at Abu Dhabi. As the next season commences in 105 days, Ricciardo would officially not be on the grid. Even though this had been a long time coming, it all got too real for fans today.
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Daniel Ricciardo was emotionally overwhelmed by himself. Finishing in P9, his race engineer and teammate had incredibly nice things to say to the Honey Badger. As he stationed himself post the race, Daniel took to his radio to thank his engineers one last time.
He said, “I try and appreciate your efforts over the last two years so, thank you.”
As he built up the strength to say his last thank you, Ricciardo evidently had a crackle in his throat. Tearing up, the Honey Badger made sure that everyone’s efforts toward his driving career were appreciated.
As the video hit the internet, the fans could not deal with the waves of emotions the team was going through.
Twitter was way too emotional wishing Daniel adieu.
Daniel Ricciardo fans sobbed along their favorite Aussie
Watching the happiest, most cheerful man on the grid choke up, many were in tears. The Aussie fans just didn’t want to come to terms with reality. Whilst some encouraged the Honey Badger, as they reassured him that it wasn’t ‘over just yet.’
Twitter had a lot of emotions today. Many came together to share their love for their beloved Aussie.
The grid will feel weird without Daniel he brightens every room so much… The energy and the vibes will take a hit! I guess we have to hope for tighter racing next year to add the extra vibes
— Jake (@RJ97__) November 20, 2022
They continued to plead with the Honey Badger to reconsider his stay in F1.
Pls don´t go Danny 😢😭 https://t.co/ptuSJPL5jD pic.twitter.com/UvvpU517ED
— Philipp Kamenschak (@PhilippKamensc1) November 20, 2022
I’m sobbing 😭😭😭😭 https://t.co/olcHQtZjEZ
— Ash #DankeSeb (@dj0kosmash) November 20, 2022
You will come back and we'll be here waiting. No regrets, only memories🧡 https://t.co/61juDQjDCU
— Mireya (@mireyaaller) November 20, 2022
I CANT FUCKING DO THIS TODAY https://t.co/570GirZi7p
— ⁵ace 🦖 l danke seb!! (@heyitsspaceace) November 20, 2022
we love you @danielricciardo 💖🥺✨ https://t.co/NuClP9dT4o
— ʙʟᴏɴᴅɪᴇ (@madsilym) November 20, 2022
Not over yet🧡 @danielricciardo https://t.co/CvSC74Ls4w
— Filippo Filippini (@pippo01mvp) November 20, 2022
Some offered to build him a team of his own.
that’s it !!! how much does it cost to build a formula one team??? i got ur back danny https://t.co/TeW3DKNvwo
— ellie (@charlxslando) November 20, 2022
Urghhhhhhh, it's getting worse.
😭😭😭 https://t.co/g8kJ7rPcvO— Shreyas Mali (@ShreyasMali20) November 20, 2022
Some fans even blamed McLaren for the situation Daniel finds himself in.
McLaren, you didn't deserve Danny Ric.
What did you do to this joyful man 😭 https://t.co/mZWa0d0gGV— Ammo_Bomma (@om_phat_paa_haa) November 20, 2022
I'll leave it here.. Goodbye, Twitter🤝💔. https://t.co/zlBsFwNEnA
— soy.anes (@anes_soy) November 20, 2022
Watch This Story: Daniel Ricciardo makes parting promise to the F1 grid
Be right back just crying at @danielricciardo 💛💛💛
— Courtenay Crawford (@CourtenaySUFC) November 20, 2022
So many tears this afternoon 😢 https://t.co/ktnbgEISxM
— B (@Bianca_S_B) November 20, 2022
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Some speculated that he won’t be returning.
Oh he’s not coming back i think https://t.co/WJwM3ETDwu
— jt✨ (@jamiwithoutE) November 20, 2022
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The Honey Badger and his famous ear-to-ear grin that lights up the F1 world will surely be missed by all F1 fans, at least till 2024. Do you think the eight-time GP winner can make his way back to the grid?