Daniel Ricciardo’s impressive performance at the Mexico City Grand Prix has earned him high praise from Red Bull boss Christian Horner. Securing seventh place, it was the best result of the season for AlphaTauri. This achievement holds particular significance for Ricciardo, as it marks his first points since joining the team in July, following a period of forced absence due to a broken hand.
Horner commended Ricciardo not only for his strong showing in qualifying but also for demonstrating maturity and experience throughout the race. In addition, Horner took a moment to acknowledge Sergio Perez, the Mexican driver who unfortunately had to retire on the first lap due to a collision. Horner highlighted the potential future competition between Ricciardo and Perez for a seat at Red Bull, expressing confidence in Perez’s abilities and hoping for a confidence-boosting result for him.
As a result of Ricciardo’s successful race, AlphaTauri has climbed to eighth place in the standings, a noteworthy achievement. Despite the race being interrupted by a red flag due to a crash, Ricciardo expressed relief and satisfaction with his performance. He acknowledged that, had it not been for the red flag, the team had the potential to finish fifth. Nevertheless, he remained content with the six points earned.
Ricciardo’s excellent performance has certainly caught the attention of both his team and fans alike, and his comeback after a challenging period is a testament to his skill and determination on the track.