Speculation Daniel Ricciardo might move to Ferrari or Mercedes for 2019 is hotting up. In Baku, a paddock rumour is swirling around that the Australian has already signed a 'pre-agreement' that locks him into exclusive Ferrari talks. Ricciardo denies it. "I've only had talks with Red Bull," he said. "I'm aware of other reports, but there hasn't been anything else. They're not true, at least up until now certainly not."
Indeed, Ricciardo revealed that he is interested in teaming up with Lewis Hamilton at Mercedes next year. "I've got a good challenge now obviously with Max and I had Seb, so I don't want to say it's just Lewis I'm looking for, but that would be a good challenge," he said.
However, Italy's La Gazzetta dello Sport said Ferrari is actually Ricciardo's target, as he pushes for $30 million a year and equality next to Sebastian Vettel. Vettel said in Baku: "I can't help him put the signature on a piece of paper. I have good memories of being with Daniel although it was a difficult year for me. For the rest I have to say he's driving well."
Mercedes, though, sounds keen to pair Ricciardo with Hamilton. "Daniel is one of the best drivers and he proved it in China once again," boss Toto Wolff is quoted by Marca. (GMM)
To be honest, I think he is actually a lot better then Hamilton, I really think he will dominate Hamilton. Because as soon as it's not going Hamilton's way, then his brain starts working against him and the honey badger will smell the victory. I think Lewis should be worried if he'd be coming to Mercedes. Again, against Vettel, I think, well, we know already Danni Ric is more then a match for him. He needs to be at a top team and being a champion is almost assured.
The devil is in the details. As you say, Hammy is a very moody driver, and tend to be inconsistent. Ricciardo isnt either really. He isnt the fastest driver around for sure, but he is pushing to max, and holy crud those lunges are a sight to behold.
Dear lord, those insane lunges in combination with that nightmare inducing grin... Any front row driver would have nightmares if he got into a better car.
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Login to replycalle.itw
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He is a really good driver, and he is available. Which is why you or Ferrari really should hire him.
TimberVD
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To be honest, I think he is actually a lot better then Hamilton, I really think he will dominate Hamilton. Because as soon as it's not going Hamilton's way, then his brain starts working against him and the honey badger will smell the victory. I think Lewis should be worried if he'd be coming to Mercedes. Again, against Vettel, I think, well, we know already Danni Ric is more then a match for him. He needs to be at a top team and being a champion is almost assured.
calle.itw
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The devil is in the details. As you say, Hammy is a very moody driver, and tend to be inconsistent. Ricciardo isnt either really. He isnt the fastest driver around for sure, but he is pushing to max, and holy crud those lunges are a sight to behold.
TimberVD
Posts: 42
Yep, I wouldn't want him behind me on a straight! Or anywhere else for that matter! He seems to be the best at breaking ultra late.
calle.itw
Posts: 8,527
Dear lord, those insane lunges in combination with that nightmare inducing grin... Any front row driver would have nightmares if he got into a better car.