Ricciardo F1 exit CONFIRMED in official team statement

Daniel Ricciardo's Formula 1 exit from the Visa Cash App RB team has been officially confirmed, with Liam Lawson replacing the Australian with immediate effect.

The Honey Badger is one of F1's most popular drivers, but his struggles at Red Bull's sister team have now meant he has been left without a seat for the 2025 season.

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Ricciardo has been replaced by Liam Lawson with immediate effect, with the New Zealander stepping in for the final six races of the season.

Ricciardo came home last of the finishing drivers at the Singapore Grand Prix, setting the fastest lap of the race as the chequered flag fell in what could prove to be his final ever act in the sport.

Daniel Ricciardo F1 exit confirmed

In an official statement, team principal Laurent Mekies said: "“Everyone here at VCARB would like to thank Daniel for his hard work across the last two seasons with us.

"He has brought a lot of experience and talent to the team with a fantastic attitude, which has helped everyone to develop and foster a tight team spirit.

"Daniel has been a true gentleman both on and off the track and never without that smile. He will be missed, but will always hold a special place within the Red Bull family."

Thank you Daniel 💙
⁰Laurent Mekies on Daniel: “He has brought a lot of experience and talent to the Team with a fantastic attitude, which has helped everyone to develop and foster a tight team spirit.”#F1 #VCARB pic.twitter.com/cqKrbFAehU

— Visa Cash App RB F1 Team (@visacashapprb) September 26, 2024

Mekies went on to welcome Lawson to the team, sharing his excitement at the young Kiwi's potential.

"I’d also like to take this opportunity to welcome Liam," he said. "He already knows the team well.

"He drove for us last season, and coped well under difficult circumstances, so it’ll be a natural transition. It’s great to see young talent from within the Red Bull family make the next step.

"We’re looking forward to getting our heads down and focusing on the rest of the season together."

Lawson will hope to also race alongside Yuki Tsunoda next year as he looks to impress the Red Bull family, with one eye no doubt on Sergio Perez's seat next to Max Verstappen.

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