Major Daniel Ricciardo Slip Up Reveals Tragic 2023 Plans Leaving F1 Fans in Denial

Daniel Ricciardo had an afternoon to forget in Zandvoort. He started and finished the race in 17th position as another miserable outing for the Australian came to an end. However, it was something else that caught the eye of fans on Twitter and caused a meltdown among Ricciardo nation.

Daniel Ricciardo and his future is pretty uncertain to say the least. After mutually deciding to terminate his McLaren contract, Ricciardo has not signed for anyone for the upcoming season. Furthermore, he might have dropped a huge hint of what he might do next year.

In a conversation with Sergio Perez after the race, Daniel was heard saying “take a year off, and come back in 2024” to the Mexican. While the context of the conversation is still unknown, it was enough to activate chaos mode on Twitter and send his fandom into a frenzy.

Daniel also described on his team radio after the Dutch GP that “it has been pretty painful of late”. However, he is looking forward to Monza where he won last year and McLaren secured a 1-2 finish.

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With the silly season traveling to Italy next week, McLaren and Daniel will be looking to showcase their potential at the ‘Temple of Speed’. The former Red Bull driver will hope that he can finish his McLaren tenure on a strong note and impress someone to offer him a seat for next year.

Daniel Ricciardo sends Twitter into meltdown after fans overhear his conversation with Perez

It’s not been easy for Daniel Ricciardo fans of late. However, things turned from bad to worse after they overheard the McLaren driver’s conversation with Sergio Perez. As a result, the ‘Ric nation’ could not hold back their opinions as they took to Twitter and shared their thoughts.

Some fans could not hold back their sadness as the thought of not seeing Daniel on the grid next year potentially turns into reality.

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With the Formula One season entering the business end, Daniel Ricciardo only has seven races left to make a mark. Additionally, if he is to secure a seat for next year’s season, he will have to start producing results. Both Daniel, and McLaren will hope that he starts finishing in points again.

However, with the competition so intense, Daniel won’t find it easy. On one hand, he is fighting for a seat next year, whereas on the other, he is fighting for his own confidence. Do you think the Australian will be signed up by someone?