“Drive to Survive” Helped Put Formula 1 Racing on the Map - Daniel Ricciardo

Superstar Formula 1 driver Daniel Ricciardo knows exactly why the sport has become so popular in America: his dashing looks, and the hit Netflix series, “Drive to Survive". Check out the new season starting February 24th on Netflix.
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[@siphillis]

Says a lot that Danny Ric isn't even on the grid this season and he's still the best ambassador for the sport. He just exudes confidence and fun.

[@paulclissold1525]

Its not what you do on the track its what you do off it.

[@freekfaro5606]

It's a pity he doesn't really know a lot about the history of F1, isn't it? He could have mentioned Jack Brabham, or Alan Jones, former Australian F1 world champions. But alas, in America the smile counts, not the knowledge. Or ability.

[@byanymeansnecessary9329]

@@freekfaro5606 they didn't ask him about aussie Champs, they asked him why it hasn't been that popular in amerikkka

[@kurtsudheim825]

He's done all the other us promo f9r the show, daily show etc. Land is the only other guy with enough charisma, even though this wasn't Dan best performance

[@freekfaro5606]

@@byanymeansnecessary9329 the conversation went from why the rise of popularity of F1 in the US, to why it seems to be so centered in Europe. So I would have thought an Aussie could have mentioned there is connection between Australia and F1: their world champions. But it's like he doesn't know anything about that, he almost admitted it. It's like professional bike racing: if you want to get to the top, Americans and Australians go to Europe, at a young age. Btw, in 1980 I did a night shift (from Saturday night to Sunday morning) in Alan Jones pit at the Zandvoort grand prix.

[@cgem233]

He looks so much healthier after just a couple of months, it's unreal. So clear how much he was underplaying struggling last season

[@seboncho]

He is just wearing make up

[@tweegeTX3]

Yeah, I mean… I uh, noticed that definitely also

[@sault9]

It's the RB catering budget that's allowing him to eat properly haha

[@Mandykiss4500]

@@sault9 I know that’s just a joke, but you do know that with the Tax adjustment, Red Bull were just over 400k in 2021 & yes, the did get hit with the Full Catering of the Whole Factory that didn’t include just Red Bull Racing ( budget cap only for the Race Team)…Red Bull were completely screwed over by the FIA

[@karkule5919]

He was not underplaying a single thing, this was a show not a report or a recap of his 2022 showing in F1, plus he wasn't asked about that either.

[@RedBullMotorsports]

We love our Honey Badger! 😁

[@basengelblik5199]

Is this the official RB motorsports?

[@21luchiEZ]

@@basengelblik5199 Open channel, YES!

[@brackenberry3258]

He’s great!

[@greenkwaka]

Give him a seat then!

[@alexismarmol305]

He's the best guy to promote the sport

[@theresabradley4716]

I love Daniel Ricciardo - he is always smiling. He is a great ambassador for Australia - a sportsman who doesn't throw a hissy fit if he doesn't win.

[@cogboy302]

Bit of a contrast to Lewis Hamilton; great winner, terrible loser.

[@cogboy302]

I do a bit of Rallying and I can confirm that driving flat out is very physical. I did one event after getting whiplash the day before and by the final two stages it was NOT fun.

[@rosek7114]

Uh lol he himself has said that he's torn up his drivers room from time to time after a race.

[@michael-masi-2021]

LOL. He threw the worlds largest hissy fit when RB started focusing on their star driver and threw his entire career into the toilet. And now he's come crawling back to RB to be a reserve... Great ambassador for Australian sport you say? Yeah, nah... He's made himself look the worst kind of sulking brat by leaving and his mistakes going to Renault and McLaren make him look an utter Muppet from a career standpoint. You can see he is done. Listen to the interview again. He says which track "he'll be attending as a spectator in the future...." The dude's career is a hot mess inside a dumpster fire. I'm Australian and embarrassed by him. One of the stupidest series of career moves any F1 driver has ever made.

[@spotieotie]

So true

[@juan8or]

Ricardo has such a great charisma. It makes so much sense that he was chosen for this interview.

[@matthew_thefallen]

nah man, he is very humble, goofy and down to earth, and that's what we love about him! He's just a chill dude!

[@steviewanderer]

He should be assigned as the official F1 ambassador to do all the pre and mid season promos. Throw in Lando as well

[@GrantBrown-dq9ut]

I totally want to have a beer with Ricardo

[@l____a____m____a]

Ricciardo*

[@michael-masi-2021]

LOL. He is the cheapest F1 driver they can find... Because he's not a driver anymore. He's a reserve driver. He gets to do press work and donuts in old F1 cars... And gets to fetch Christian Horner his coffee... His fall from grace has been shocking to watch, but it's all on him.

[@Pratalax]

Half of this interview is just him sittin there, wide-eyed, grinning, giggling like an idiot but by GOD do I love him. He's a friggin' puppy!! Really hope we keep seeing him around, he carries that show f'sure. Him and Gunther Steiner.

[@walover165]

No fuck Steiner.

[@scifiknut]

A missed opportunity that Stephen didn't bring out a shoe and some of the booze he's usually got stashed under his desk 😉 .

[@Kabab]

Gunther! 🙌

[@KrimsonGuard]

I mean that's pretty much the definition of Aussies...

[@jdkrobinson]

He’s loving life, aye. Haha. So stoked to be there!

[@knockeledup]

He never fails to put a smile on my face!

[@TacGKilgore]

Sploosh

[@hammun6]

Infectious smile. No wonder he's always voted the nicest pilot on the F1 circuit.

[@dimsoneill]

I have had a night in the pub with him down at the Margaret River Surf comp in Western Australia. He also used to live close to me in the Perth Hills and met him on the Kalamunda MTB trials too. Like most true Aussies, what you see is what you get, likable, funny and whip-smart.

[@chickenworldxl9793]

Pilot?

[@subasurf]

@@chickenworldxl9793 pilot is the term douchebags use for driver because they think it sounds cool.

[@chickenworldxl9793]

@@subasurf it sounds fking stupid ahahaha

[@Framesforgames]

@@chickenworldxl9793 F1 drivers are called pilots, so yeah..

[@loosestkid_fpv1051]

Just sitting here watching Ricciardo, mirroring his smile on my face the whole way through.

[@zorthecruel6558]

For reference, 5 G's is the kind of force that fighter pilots encounter with hard turns in a dogfight. Formula1 is serious business

[@davecorsaro9015]

He didn’t mention that a high speed crash into a wall you can hit 20 to 40g’s

[@vogliounacocacola]

What I find more relatable is the heart rate.

[@LaniakeaDenizen]

Not trying to downplay the athleticism required but there's a difference between the lateral Gs that F1 drivers experience vs. the vertical Gs pilots experience. Arguably vertical Gs are more difficult to deal with.

[@davecorsaro9015]

@@LaniakeaDenizen Agree...

[@stevengoetz6773]

@@LaniakeaDenizen Fighter pilots only sustain high G for a very short time per flight. It's the high Gs for a sustained amount of time that makes it hard. There is a reason that Alonso's neck is bigger than some people's waist.

[@sokarash]

His smile single handedly put F1 on the map. It will surely be missed in the Paddock, not being a regular racer next season.

[@James-gr5mx]

max and lewis put it on the map

[@KayJblue]

It was always on the map…

[@tykeboy16]

maybe in America. Americans don't realize how big F1 is internationally.

[@skateboarderlucc]

if logan performs well over the next few years (providing he sticks around for another), he'll likely be the one americans will support. hes a good driver and good on camera.

[@Chrassi]

Daniel does a so so so good job on representing this sport with his honesty and his big smile. Just lovable.

[@Tyta1978]

Formula 1 should hire him for PR 🤣 I am now a F1 fan because of him 😀 he is likeable, almost always happy, and I think he make a difference in the paddock 😃

[@ravingmad765]

@@Tyta1978 that's why Red bull has got him. They can have their abrasive drivers and have Daniel do the PR. What a job!

[@aussiesurfer805]

only “so so” ? I thought he was really good , but hey , i guess ya can’t please everybody …

[@tristancleary]

@@ravingmad765 Checo is abrasive..? news to me.

[@skateboarderlucc]

@@ravingmad765 Redbull really struck gold rehiring Dan. Worst case, they get F1's best PR agent; best case, they get that and a driver who has won prestigious races in RB machinery and is likely capable of delivering podiums.

[@DannyPhilipsen]

I love his immediate boyish "yeah" followed by a huge smile at the adrenaline junkie question!

[@NewMessage]

"Respectful Stalker" is an under-heralded demographic.

[@charleswhitney7276]

Hahahah! Well said!

[@Tootoosmom]

he is so adorable i audibly went "awww" several times watching this 😭

[@anvmelia]

his smile can light up any room

[@toobasaurus23]

Too handsome, too gifted, and super rich. He shouldn't be this likeable.

[@MikeFord-io2jb]

yeah... it makes me sick .... where's the arrogance ?

[@nitas7698]

I’m probably biased but all of the drivers from the 2022 season are likeable. The camaraderie, support and general goofiness they show one another is what makes them great to watch

[@walover165]

And it's all genuine. Met him in person once at an airport, early morning right after a major disappointment, and he was so sweet, generous, kind.

[@saltau3734]

I have met him twice in Melbourne, absolutely down to earth and incredibly likeable.

[@seanns1945]

@@nitas7698 Except for Max, and his arrogant ways. Always has been a dangerous driver.

[@lindanordstrand1403]

DR is just a ray of sunshine! The best personality a human being can have. Spreads happiness wherever he goes!

[@eyeseajujubee]

He’s not wrong 😂 Daniel Riccardo initially got me into watching F1. He’s such a great ambassador for the sport and he’s hilarious.

[@la_9414]

Funny how people are commenting that this is “PR” for Redbull when it’s clearly Netflix choosing Daniel as the face of DTS rightfully so this man made that show in the first season and he has the charisma, funny personality and good looks to do these type of interviews, Netflix are lucky to have him he’s such an icon love to see u thriving king 👑❤️❤️

[@michael-masi-2021]

Netflix chose him for a number of reasons. 1) he's cheap. He's not even a driver anymore. Pennies on the dollar now. 2) last time his face is going to be relevant in F1. 3) he's got a good American following But this is the last you'll see of Danny Ric except for doing donuts in old F1 cars and fetching Christian Horner a coffee in the paddock.

[@Peach-dh9pe]

@@michael-masi-2021 try having a little bit of personality and a life

[@joaomachado4359]

I would say that what i loved in the first season was Gunther! He is hilarious!!

[@gene7887]

He's probably going to be one of if not the main characters on DTS this year, for all the wrong reasons. Just hope they don't make Lando out to be a dick (at least not unfairly through shady Netflix dramatic editing) to make DR more sympathetic.

[@naten555]

@@michael-masi-2021 Its not that he's cheap Danny wants to live in America. He's spends majority of his time living in Cali now.

[@chrispomfret8592]

If it were up to fans Daniel would have a seat in an F1 any time he wants. His grace under the immense pressure of the last 3 years was outstanding. My dream would be to see him in a RedBull & on the grid soon.

[@walover165]

You only have to listen to the other drivers - if it was up to them he'd have any seat, too. He's so loved because he spreads love.

[@azodlaramo4249]

If it were up to fans Daniel would be driving till 60. The man are just a different level of charisma

[@saltau3734]

Put him back in that Red Bull and he would be pushing Verstappen every race. McLaren just didn't click with him sadly.

[@walover165]

@@saltau3734 He absolutely would. And hopefully Oscar can get some revenge for Australia at McLaren.

[@izzy3784]

@@saltau3734 the same way he pushed lando right? what a bland excuse. max would embarrass him in every single session of every weekend, this isn't 2016/17 anymore

[@eryelandify]

Just a really likeable dude; so engaging, asks sincere questions himself. Top shelf.

[@iam._.lou7877]

Glad to see his smile back

[@MB-bv4es]

Young man all the way from Perth, Western Australia 🇦🇺

[@onnovanknotsenburg1177]

Except that he lives in Monaco and rumors have it he has a house in the US.

[@kennyj43]

@@onnovanknotsenburg1177 What is your point? Does that make him less Australian?

[@dodgemF1]

@@onnovanknotsenburg1177 he lives on 3 separate continents when he chooses to. He's been back in Perth for the last 6 weeks.

[@onnovanknotsenburg1177]

@@kennyj43 The point is, he likely didn't travel there all the way from Western Australia just for this. He has at least 2 homes a lot closer to that. His nationality had nothing to do with my reply.

[@TG-Maverick22]

Ricciardo is such a class act, a very friendly face of F1 to be shown anywhere, anytime, regardless of how many races he won. He is so loved without even that many wins or championships, imagine if he started winning.

[@FarisC00Li0]

im smiling the whole interview haha. that guy is just amazing, pure love

[@RiddleWhisperer]

I love this guy. Always smiling and happy regardless of the situation he's facing. Very positive person.

[@vinceedwards3978]

I am from the South Bronx NYC, and I have loved F1 since the early 80s!!!!

[@l____a____m____a]

He’s truly the face of the sport

[@michael-masi-2021]

What? He's not even a driver on the grid anymore? He's literally the most embarrassing former F1 driver ever.

[@dodgemF1]

@Google User how's your F1 career going? Always one sad sack, today it's you.

[@michael-masi-2021]

@@dodgemF1LOL, will you be in Bahrain for pre-season testing? See you there if you are. I'll be in the paddock.

[@davebarton6824]

I would say Louis Hamilton in the Mercedes was the face but more and more it is Max Verstappen in Red Bull. This year Max had a car superior to the Mercedes.

[@byanymeansnecessary9329]

Lewis Hamilton is the current face of F1, Danny was one of the background faces until recently, hopefully he can revive his career. Before Hamilton it was Schumacher and before him Senna.

[@sundaydriver15]

Daniel on his annual DTS promotional tour 😂

[@hughmann1908]

Dude’s the classiest act in Motorsports!

[@kenster8270]

Fantastic smile on that man's face!! 😁

[@cxingt]

I thought he'd come in on a horse. Jokes aside, I'm happy that he mentioned Japanese fans cos we all know they truly are the best fans.

[@kurtsudheim825]

I thought the Dutch would get a mention

[@potvinsuks8730]

@Kurt Sudheim Yeah same here. Imo, Suzuka, Monza then Holland.

[@jeroen3618]

@@kurtsudheim825ah. I’m Dutch but I think the Japanese fans are the best for one simple reason. They love the sport more than they love a single driver or team. If Verstappen leaves than the Dutch fans will leave with him. The same goes for Italians and Ferrari. The Japanese love F1 unconditionally.

[@Peach-dh9pe]

Man is looking like a seven course meal. 👏

[@patpetersen7645]

I don't know if I should give you a thumbs up or not.

[@Peach-dh9pe]

@@patpetersen7645 you should

[@dodgemF1]

He cleaned up ok, after being on his farm over the New years break.

[@DElove306]

His personality is just so inviting

[@aarrii_]

Daniel is so smiley I love him for it and he just explain ways for him and still helps ppl understand like ugh he’s truly the nicest person on the grid

[@DefinitelyNotNoel]

A bit of sincere Daniel to brighten our day, what a guy

[@wendye6500]

I look forward to this next phase of Daniels career. Only wonderful things ahead for him 🤗

[@SoulxOblivion]

Keep pushin’ Danny - hope to see you back on the grid soon!

[@diogoalmeidavisuals]

They did him dirty with that intro song... 😂

[@utvpoop]

When he talks about the pain of getting first into F1 remember that he began in HRT Gotta miss the Honey Badger!

[@michael-masi-2021]

Hormone Replacement Therapy?

[@katashworth41]

I was at his first race.

[@katashworth41]

@@michael-masi-2021 Hispania Racing Team, he made his debut with them. They were not good.

[@hs-pd2mn]

Interviews like these are the most enjoyable to watch. Sat here smiling throughout the whole thing. Must be the Ricciardo Effect! 😂❤️

[@anisarianaaulia]

7 minutes long straight he’s smiling i love him😭🫶🏻🫶🏻🫶🏻

[@susannet.401]

His smile is so infectious 😅😂 I have to smile just looking at him 😂😂

[@Massivecarcrash]

Ricciardo is such a lovable goof.

[@roundtheoutsidef1]

Nice to you again Daniel. The smile on your face came back, hopefully to see you soon in a car, even on FPs. Always been a fan of yours, still my favorite driver :)

[@jacksconza8104]

He has the cutest and most genuine personality!

[@Dutchy1979]

A simply simply lovely guy,welcome back to Redbull.

[@AntonioThankyou]

The honey badger is a total legend! Love his interviews and you can tell Stephen wanted to keep the interview going. So happy the Netflix show blew up

[@francis5082]

Man is the definition of an infectious smile

[@sarahkphousse9458]

I'm just love this charismatic guy! Long life in F1 Daniel!! ❤️

[@GypSea_Blue]

Sending love from Perth .. still doing us proud! Xx

[@lamaramadanlrlr]

He's GLOWING

[@jesuschavez3987]

Daniel Down to earth, chill, always smiling, fun guy in all F1 1 of my favorite drivers

[@Ellocoyyopodcast]

One of my favorite drivers. God blessed you with a lot. Never lose the charm and beautiful personality you have. Hope to meet you one day. Your awesome.

[@southernskyimages]

Daniel is such a lovely bloke, humble and humorous, what a legend, great interview 👏

[@MysteriousRJC]

Ricciardo seems like the kind of guy you'd just love to have as a buddy, always laughing, joking, seems so genuine despite his successes. Hope he gets a 1 or 2 spot back soon.

[@katharynemartins565]

I would like to have him as my hubby

[@ashbaker3368]

He looks so healthy and happy. Chuffed we’re still seeing him, even if he’s not got a seat this year!

[@danellis-jones1591]

He comes from my town, Perth, Australia! He's a total legend and we're so proud of everything he does. But his attitude is amazing.

[@safeer_saf]

Loads of love for this man DR❤

[@shveylien7401]

That final question about Bungee jumping is so honest, This is good TV.

[@knelson1778]

Danny is a world treasure and must be protected at all costs

[@Mady212]

he's so humble. i love him so much❤

[@douae581]

Watching daniel talking gives me all the joy 😍😍😍

[@MrMeeGuel]

I love Danny Ric. Hate not seeing him on the grid but he’s so much fun and having him represent the soloist this way is so great

[@marilau1020]

Daniel Ricciardo Aka. The love of my life

[@aa7988]

He is gorgeously funny and open. What a smiler!

[@narayananvenkateswaran6]

Daniel Ricciardo is such a star!! One of the best interviews on The Late Show... The golden age of late night show had very diverse personalities and Daniel brought back those days

[@botecof1]

Daniel is such a great person. Hope to see him back on the grid in 2024!

[@its2amm]

I am so sad I got into F1 a few weeks back when Daniel was leaving 😭 I wish I had followed it when Daniel was still there

[@supanagga]

I was gonna just watch the beginning but I stayed for the whole thing

[@catiagoncalves2590]

The honey badger!! This interview should be more longer. He's such an amazing pilot!!

[@jigar131131]

He is a Bull again

[@andreabecker7527]

We love Daniel Ricciardo! Fun guy 😂❤Can’t wait to see you back in F1 car next year! You are the best!!

[@mszoomy]

He's a great. Overwhelmed with his popularity and he's not wrong when he said his looks helped make the sport popular. I've always liked F1 and despise NASCAR, for some reason F1 never caught on. Not enough racers or races.

[@jamiemills7386]

They could fit maybe 2 more drivers, 4 max anymore is unfeasable

[@seanns1945]

@@jamiemills7386 There is talk of adding 2 more teams to the grid, in the very near future.

[@danielarv100]

Daniel Riiiiiiiiiiiiiiiicciardooooooo The best ❤️

[@mewithapinktutu]

Love you Daniel Ricciardo!!! So happy to see you back with Red Bull ❤️ Best for the season!! 🙏

[@abishagwambui8412]

He looks absolutely dapper! 🤩

[@MeredithMontanez]

I adore Danny Ric. Would be super cool if I could see him at Zandvoort this season.

[@swampy1234]

Genuinely awesome interview

[@nickbowd]

Love Daniel, he’s such a like-able guy.

[@jessica1733]

I honestly think it's become popular in america because of him and lewis hamilton

[@michael-masi-2021]

Yes! Because Murica has proven time and time again that they like and respect successful black people in Motorsport and high office...

[@jessica1733]

@@michael-masi-2021 do you mind saying how old you are and what you do for a living ? just curious

[@gealingeman8643]

Nope actually Max has a huge fanbase in the US and Red Bull Racing too

[@jessica1733]

@@gealingeman8643 I didn't realize that though, I don't really find many people to talk to about it here but, maybe my location and being a woman

[@hellagood67]

Love you, Daniel….from one aussie to another. Keep flying our flag with pride 🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺

[@GreenWitch1]

What an amazing smile 😃

[@tracymelanie1541]

He is amazing! I love this guy! Go Danny Ric!!

[@milnez]

What a legend!!!

[@CaptainJack67]

I've suddenly become a fan of this sport 🥰😉

[@euyagoh]

I love this guy

[@dylanredaelli0111]

I have to say I’m really impressed with the questions asked, such great questions good job

[@mariselaromero8241]

Omg those 7 minutes went so fast!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@jessica1733]

I love him

[@jaredaguda9808]

Good to see your happier now DC

[@amarshallvt]

All these comments about Danny's smile, but can we shout out how genuine he was? Hearing about Stephen's bungie jumping, he asked where, and then followed up asking if he would recommend it! Cool stuff by the Aussie.

[@ide1020]

I feel like even if he isn't a regular driver now he'll just be doing netflix promos as long as that show is going, he was always the standout from Drive to Survive, it's going to be interesting on who they will focus on for the 2023 season now that he's just a reserve.

[@LordandGodofYouTube]

Hopefully he'll be back next year.

[@sarahvanklaveren3978]

I love danny ric's cheeeesy smile. Like ugh go danny. Love him. Just such a good guy. Great name to represent formula 1

[@mvs1122]

love him sm

[@dk5802]

Don’t know him, but he is those eyes and that smile💋💋💋

[@waedy]

and not to forget the 200 Kilo pressure the Breakpedal needs

[@GinsuChikara]

Danny Ric's interview on Top Gear way back when was what got me to look into F1. His career stats don't begin to paint a fair picture of how great a driver he is, or what he's done for the sport as a whole.

[@bco0t6]

This was the most pleasant interview

[@katashworth41]

I am going to miss him this season.