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Talking Bull

Daniel Ricciardo and Simon Rennie: moments, Monaco and motivation

Sep 5, 2023
Formula One driver Daniel Ricciardo and former race engineer Simon Rennie discuss their favorite memories, the ups and downs of being in F1, engineering in races vs simulators, contrasting personalities, and how they recharge away from the grid. They also touch on Daniel's famous Monaco win and answer listener questions.
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Quick takeaways

  • Daniel Riccardo emphasizes the importance of staying motivated and focused by being aware of the bigger picture and trusting the team's strategies and guidance.
  • Simon Rene highlights the role of trust and understanding between the engineer and driver, and the need for engineers to stay abreast of new technologies and techniques for competitiveness.

Deep dives

Daniel Riccardo reflects on his return to Red Bull Racing

Daniel Riccardo discusses his return to the Red Bull Racing team, highlighting the joy of working with familiar faces and the sense of belonging he feels. He also emphasizes how being away from the F1 grid has allowed him to recharge and renew his desire to compete. Despite facing challenges and doubts in his racing career, Riccardo remains resilient and focused on overcoming obstacles. He credits his ability to stay motivated and concentrated during races to his awareness of the bigger picture and his trust in the team's strategies and guidance.

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