In a recent interview with Sky Sports, Daniel Ricciardo expressed his admiration for former teammate Max Verstappen, praising him not only as an exceptional driver but also as a mature young man.
Appreciation for Friendship
Ricciardo emphasized that Verstappen has always shown great appreciation when it comes to friendship. This was once again evident after the race in Japan earlier this year. Following this race, Ricciardo received a lot of criticism, but Verstappen was one of the few drivers who sent him a supportive message. In that message, Verstappen wrote: “Stay strong, we know what you can do. Don’t let the outside world influence you.” Ricciardo greatly appreciates Verstappen’s support. “I have a lot of respect and appreciation for Max.”
These words of praise not only illustrate mutual respect between the drivers but also the human side of the competitive world of Formula 1. Ricciardo’s appreciation for the Dutchman shows that even in intense rivalry, there is room for friendship and support.
