Daniel Ricciardo expects Max Verstappen to make a statement at this weekend’s Italian GP. After claiming victory in Zandvoort, Lando Norris used the phrase ‘simply lovely’ on team radio – an expression often used by the Dutchman. Whilst only a small detail in the grand scheme of things, Ricciardo predicts Verstappen will deliver a response on the track.
Ricciardo gives his verdict on Verstappen and Norris
During his time at Red Bull and McLaren, Daniel Ricciardo was teammates with F1’s current Championship leaders.
The Australian is still the last driver to truly challenge Verstappen in the same machinery.
Red Bull’s attempts to replace Ricciardo with a driver of similar calibre have been generally unsuccessful.
“I’ve had the pleasure of being teammates with both of them [Norris and Verstappen].
“They’re both supremely talented. Lando I think, also, his confidence is growing the longer he spends time in the sport.