Daniel Ricciardo

Daniel Ricciardo has hit rock bottom at McLaren, giving arguably the bleakest interview of his career after the United States Grand Prix.

“Then he can prove himself again in the car and maybe get a drive further up the grid. I’d rather he was racing in Formula 1 in a team that’s further down the grid. Daniel will always want to fight but it’s just not working for him.” “It’s a tough one. Asked if he can explain Ricciardo’s poor form, Button told Sky Sports: “I can’t. I love Texas, I love Austin, but that race itself for me was not enjoyable. [knocked back offers to drive for Haas](https://www.news.com.au/sport/motorsport/formula-one/haas-team-principal-guenther-steiner-offers-daniel-ricciardo-career-lifeline/news-story/1f9f0e72f87bd13142a60e9c0251cf6e) and Button believes he would be better served staying on the grid for a lowly team in 2023 and risks being forgotten as a reserve driver. After parting ways with McLaren, Ricciardo won’t be one of the main 20 drivers in Formula 1 next season, opting to step away from the grid with a view to securing a full-time drive at a competitive team in 2024. It’s sad because he’s such a talent and to see him right at the back of the field, I can’t explain it. Alright. Speaking after the race, Ricciardo was visibly deflated and was at a loss to explain his McLaren’s lack of speed in an Ricciardo started 15th on the grid but was a non-factor, languishing at the back of the field and finishing 16th in another race to forget.