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Daniel Ricciardo

Daniel Ricciardo is an Australian former Formula One driver born in Perth, Western Australia, in 1989.

Updated September 11, 20261 min readCited sources

Daniel Ricciardo is an Australian former Formula One driver who raced from 2011 to 2024. Known for his aggressive overtaking and eight Grand Prix wins, he was a fan favourite throughout his career.

What it is

Daniel Ricciardo is a retired Formula One driver from Perth, Australia. He debuted in 2011 with HRT and later drove for Toro Rosso, Red Bull, Renault, McLaren, AlphaTauri, and RB/Visa Cash App RB. His nickname is "The Honey Badger."

Why it matters

Ricciardo won eight Grands Prix, including seven for Red Bull and one for McLaren at the 2021 Italian Grand Prix. His first win came at the 2014 Canadian Grand Prix in Montreal, making him especially notable in Canada. He finished on the podium 32 times in total.

Key details

Ricciardo's F1 career ended after the 2024 Singapore Grand Prix, when he was replaced mid-season. He later became a Ford Racing ambassador by 2026. His late-braking overtakes and charismatic public image defined his legacy.

In short

  • Debuted in F1 in 2011 with HRT.
  • Won eight Grands Prix, first at the 2014 Canadian GP.
  • Nicknamed "The Honey Badger."
  • Career ended after the 2024 Singapore GP.
Canadian angle

Ricciardo is especially notable in Canada because his first Formula One win came at the 2014 Canadian Grand Prix in Montreal, one of the most significant events in his early career.

Quick questions

Who is Daniel Ricciardo?
Daniel Ricciardo is an Australian former Formula One driver from Perth who raced in F1 from 2011 to 2024.
How many Formula One races did Daniel Ricciardo win?
He won eight Formula One Grands Prix.
What is Daniel Ricciardo’s most notable win outside Red Bull?
His best-known non-Red Bull victory was the 2021 Italian Grand Prix for McLaren.

Sources

  1. Honda Global Corporate Website — https://global.honda/en/F1/driver/DanielRicciardo/
    Supports: Birth date, nationality, teams, debut year, later career status, ambassador role
  2. Encyclopaedia Britannica — https://www.britannica.com/biography/Daniel-Ricciardo
    Supports: Birthplace, debut year, career overview, podiums, wins
  3. Formula 1 — https://www.formula1.com/en/latest/article/ricciardo-opens-up-on-f1-career-coming-to-an-end-as-he-reveals-hes-grateful.2VwZO1mTyZKNR9SxlLeHmi
    Supports: Career ending after 2024 Singapore Grand Prix, total wins and starts, Ford Racing ambassador role
  4. Formula 1 — https://www.formula1.com/en/latest/article/watch-ricciardos-journey-from-hrt-hopeful-to-race-winner-in-aramco-presents.76Elbu2jVIAnNfbIRAEH6s
    Supports: Debut with HRT, later team moves, Red Bull success, McLaren move
  5. BBC News — https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cx25xjkpr8jo
    Supports: Career totals, reputation, and overview of his place in Australian motorsport
  6. F1-Fansite — https://www.f1-fansite.com/f1-drivers/daniel-ricciardo/
    Supports: First win at 2014 Canadian Grand Prix, last win at 2021 Italian Grand Prix, team history