F1 Driver Daniel Ricciardo Replies to Fans on the Internet | Actually Me | GQ Sports

On this episode of Actually Me, Formula 1 driver Daniel Ricciardo goes undercover on the Internet and responds to real comments from fans on Twitter, Instagram, Quora, Wikipedia, Reddit, KZbin and TikTok. What's the deal with his pre-race squats? How does he feel when he's driving a "normal" car in his day-to-day life? Is he seriously retiring?
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[@MaxDad7]

I really think that when he does retire, he's going to be a race commentator. He's got that personality, and a good voice for radio.

[@chris-hayes]

🤞 Yes!

[@corban48]

That would be awesome

[@JoaoSilva-on4od]

I honestly dont think this will be Daniel's last F1 contract. It would make no sense at all, considering he can still go at very top form until at least 2025 and some drivers have managed to stay at very good form at older ages (like Fernando and Lewis). The only reason I could see him retire is if he doesnt find the motivation for it, as I feel like there's some toxicity around him for... reasons. If he does retire, I reckon he will still give it a proper go in the States, through Indy and/or Nascar that he is known to love. Anyway, he would indeed be an awesome commentator.

[@Jacob19991864]

@@JoaoSilva-on4od Go at very top form until 2025? Mate, unfortunately, he's not even in "top form" right now. Hasn't been since 2019-2020.

[@realMaverickBuckley]

Yup. Trouble is, like Mark Webber said, if you've made 50 million (or 150 in DRics case) it's not the immediate go to thought of travelling the globe, rushing here and there to talk about the sport you possibly wish you were still in.. for £70k a year. But I think like Jensen, he'll get bored and cone back for several weekends a year. Luckily, he's still in 😁

[@20DYNAMITE06]

Danny Ricc is one of the most enjoyable sports personalities ever. Top dude.

[@Sby_studio]

I concur 😁

[@adeliokilcullen263]

ricc? ric.

[@Locodemon131]

100%, just has that sick personality

[@hadefsb]

@@Locodemon131 and big ric energy

[@yohannuspistachio]

@@adeliokilcullen263 it’s Ricciardo

[@tasha2496]

Not gonna lie, he answered great questions we fans are always curious about 👌🏻

[@joepeters5722]

"He's the only reason i watch the sport" what a loser statement - must not watch alot : 0

[@eciu2964]

@@joepeters5722 tf man

[@zepp3299]

@@joepeters5722 People watch sports for different reasons. Just because they don't enjoy it the same way you do, doesn't mean you have to gatekeep it.

[@purwantiallan5089]

@@joepeters5722 i guess even Aira Harune mentioned Ricciardo as "Sore Loser" guy.

[@purwantiallan5089]

@@zepp3299 hi Zepp. Have u watched 2022 Daytona 500??

[@endr4297]

"Sometimes very fast" this man is very humble props to you Danny Ric respect

[@rachelkoiks]

That’s him just roasting himself before the haters do. Funny and Clever haha

[@485chase]

Modest, not humble

[@Felyxx]

Verstappen got his fans for being the guy to finally challenge Mercedes. Danny Ric got his fans for being a genuinely loveable person. There’s probably not one person in F1 who dislikes him.

[@barsoktay2119]

Being a guy able to challenge Lewis Hamilton's Mercedes is a HUGE deal tho😁

[@ilhamamiranto1768]

@@barsoktay2119 but daniel beat hamilton in top gear reasonable price car challenge considering hamilton did it twice meanwhile daniel just bangin in the forst time

[@jk844100]

Max has had a huge fan base since he joined RB in 2016 because winning a race at 18 is crazy and over the years he’s shown he has a really exciting style to watch. You acting like he got all his fans in 2021 since that’s the only time Merc has been challenged since 2014.

[@Felyxx]

Man, you sure are being salty. My comment was an appreciation comment for Danny and you turn into a Max simp?

[@Timmy_T]

Honestly, Daniel is the best sportsman. The problem is that we are dealing with weird generations. There's a generation that sees Lewis as the best, a generation that sees Sebastian Vettel as the best, Fernando Alonso generation, Michael Schumacher generation, Aryton Senna generation etc etc... So, you'll always have people who only like someone just because of their accomplishments, but true race fans appreciates great drivers on and off the track.

[@spenzalii]

Hats off for Danny Ric. Always loved him in F1. Stupidly fast, brakes later than almost everyone, just in a period of time where he could never win a title, even if he could have competed for one. I love every race he's in and will be sad when he hangs his helmet up.

[@mitchellpatterson3323]

Danny got robbed of a WDC between 2014 and 2016 by Mercedes dominance. In 2014, every race that wasn't won by Mercedes was won by Daniel.

[@MrEgofreak]

Ditto.

[@honeybadger0562]

He only brakes late when overtaking, if you look at his data you can see he’s average at braking in qualifying for example.

[@aliyahjashien.1665]

i could listen to him talk all day because he's never boring loool

[@imabshek]

I think the unnoticed reason of the seemingly bubbly character of Danny Ricc is the apt of his speaking skills. He sounds very fluent and seldom uses fillers such as "like" or "um", anything of that sort. Its genuinely refreshing to hear him talk and very much engaging to see him construct sentences to express what he is feeling. Fluidity at its best.

[@laurarenders6767]

i mean.. his native tongue is english so i would hope he’s fluent in it😂

[@imabshek]

@@laurarenders6767 yes you’re right however I have come across a majority of native speakers who speak differently and do not have that similar personality.

[@peoduction6068]

just heard him say like 4 times in 15 seconds. but yeah he is fluent and speaks well

[@CDKirby1]

they do edit these videos in case you didn’t know ;)

[@agp11001]

Can you imagine Kimi doing this? "Why do you squat before the race?" "I just feel like it." "What's the average diet of a F1 driver?" "Food."

[@shpadoinklely5232]

today is like Christmas with all this new Danny Ric content

[@TheChicalozza]

Where else?

[@shpadoinklely5232]

@@TheChicalozza GQ also has a new interview on their website :)

[@temp0theman830]

@@shpadoinklely5232 about what??

[@shpadoinklely5232]

@@temp0theman830 just his career and the Monza win

[@28AlexAnn]

What a guy. You cannot help but to love him. He's just a wonderful human being. My favourite driver along with Max. Best of luck for the rest of the season Daniel ♡

[@PolishEddie1992]

I'm a max fan because of his driving but his personality is $#!t. You saying Daniel is your favorite driver along with Max is like me saying a healthy salad is my favorite thing along with crack cocaine 🤣

[@JessicaClare623]

Daniel and Max at Red Bull is the best duo of all time. They are hilarious together!

[@ross-carlson]

Agree all around - save for "along with Max" given Max's personality is the polar opposite of Danny. Danny is humble, joyful and great - Max is a arrogant little prick - he can drive but other than that he's by far the worst personality on the grid by FAR.

[@quentinhirschfeld9382]

@@ross-carlson He isn't more arrogant than others top drivers, he's just not an hypocrite (unlike Daniel)!

[@ObamasBirthCertificate]

@@ross-carlson lol imagine getting this riled up over some racing driver you don't even know

[@aidankreltszheim3599]

“Tik tok, a platform which I do not enjoy!” And yet another reason why you are my favourite driver Daniel

[@jeffbeneducci1672]

After watching years of F1, you vome to know about the weight saving and the importance of it, but hearing him and other drivers talk about their body weight and how they have to think about its effect on lap times always makes me realize all over again, how insanely competitive F1 really is, and how high the stakes are to these teams.

[@edenbh3609]

Yes but he completely forgot mentioning there is a minimum weight. So it's definitely not extreme as he presented. It's 80kg so his only goal is to stay under it (weights will be added) for someone the hight of George it may be a bit harder for shorter drivers who are in shape anyway not really too difficult.

[@Mercman1010]

And yet Vettel is racing around impersonating Shaggy lol

[@barryallen821]

@@Mercman1010 you know he Is a 4 time world champion I think he's already well established

[@Mercman1010]

@@barryallen821 I know his history. Just curious as to why when weight is such a big deal (teams literally removing paint to save weight this year) hes allowed to keep all that hair.

[@racinghadfield5976]

I do race a bit irl. I am 48kg and that definitely helps if I was to race cars. In karts, it is incredibly difficult to get to the weight limit for senior categories. I am also short (5 foot 1) so that helps as well.

[@abolipohekar]

He replied to my tweet OMG!!! Whoever at GQ found my tweet and decided to use it, THANK YOU SO MUCH. I owe all my happiness to you, for life.

[@user-jj5mm9pi5s]

Awww!

[@skadoogledoog4651]

Daniel was the first f1 racer to really pull me into the scene and keep up with it. Really hoping for a podium finish this season, we know he's still got the capability too 😤

[@TheSuperCenaFan]

One of my favorite F1 drivers ever. He deserves to be World Champion someday

[@alexho9987]

It would be nice, but I don’t think it’ll happen

[@un6250]

Not gonna happen unfortunately

[@h2rv]

@@un6250 and you know how

[@un6250]

@@h2rv cause he peaked at the wrong time. He is now a one day wonder. There are multiple young talents on the grid who have or will have better or equal cars to him and they will outperform him. This includes his teammate as well.

[@gregsalisbury9783]

He doesn’t need it to be remembered though. He’s had some great drives to victory already as well.

[@blackerjacker14]

Formula 1 is so lucky to have a driver with Daniel's personality, F1 content with him is always so good

[@andreasaintmartin7590]

I met Daniel last year during Mexico GP. Before speaking with him I was afraid, but he was the most amazing guy ever. Being a huge fan, it was like a dream came true. I know he’s going to give us awesome moments on track.

[@JohnDoe-gi1zq]

“Sometimes really fast” that hit hard ngl

[@placeholder2924]

Yeah. I felt that.

[@spinguy243]

I mean...atleast he's honest

[@ABoogiD]

humble badger🧡

[@reflexfilms]

Danny Ric makes me smile! Such a positive and uplifting human. Dan is an example of how 1 person can transcend a sport. Even if he never wins a race again he has delivered so much to the sport. (Good luck for the break out 2022 podium finish soon Dan)

[@Pineapple-dy9gh]

Danny Ric never fails to put a smile on my face

[@purwantiallan5089]

Yup. Ricciardo is one of the top 10 F1 drivers that are the most enjoyable. For now that is.

[@baboushptiripou7274]

watching this after that season...When you know that Dany isn't in F1 anymore now, it really hurts.

[@jazlyndee1909]

especially the vegas question hey

[@Luminocite]

He’s back!

[@winstonmontag8824]

I'm new to F1 but I understand now why people like it so much. It's cool learning about all these young drivers and their relationships, but Daniel definitely stands out. That personality is going to make him a lot of money after racing

[@stuartmunto4755]

The dude could easily host a late night show!

[@spinguy243]

@@stuartmunto4755 not another one

[@joeljacob6116]

Danny never fails to lighten my mood. That smile is so freakin’ contagious I love this man so much

[@Christian_Bagger]

The format of Drive to Survive is brilliant. Not a movie or series with actors, but do it real-time in a cinematic documentary/show kinda format. I’m a bit saddened when they try to create drama themselves for more attention, as there’s plenty of organic drama to go around as is. And it takes a lot of the authenticity out of the show.

[@loonylaura85]

I hate TV companies or streamers making stuff up, especially when there's inherent drama in something already.

[@bogdanrus7953]

Guy's just unbelievably chill, and an excelent driver. All round superstar.

[@jasonfish4546]

Absolutely love Ricciardo, he is who got me into F1 as an American because the racing is great but if you don’t care about someone racing then it’s just racing. Now it’s an entire sport for me. I have shirts, my first f1 chrome cards I got, I got 2 Ricciardo cards and they are still my favorite. He’s just such a great dude.

[@opsman1]

Daniel is the most likeable and real driver on the grid. He encourages you to be "you" and not give in to peer pressure for who you are. Stop being them; be yourself. Love ya, Daniel.

[@Ksensibello]

This man is the entire reason I even got remotely interested in f1. I have a lot of love for him and have a new favorite sport. Truly look forward to watching him every Grand Prix.

[@y1521t21b5]

Such a personable and humble bloke. I hope he gets back his magical driving touch and is able to contend for a championship before he retires.

[@joshuadoland5479]

Every time I watch this man I love him even more. So proud he represents my country. Danny we love you mate

[@alfrinscha4180]

he's literally a ray of sunshine

[@xingmei818]

i love Daniel's party shirt in this one. he's such a ball of sunshine, and i root for him.

[@Blashyrkh89]

I love Danny Ric. Too bad he hasn’t had the best of luck in recent years. Would love to see him get a championship or at very least a few more wins.

[@vigoveldhuiso_o9430]

hasn't had the best of luck ok but hes also been really bad couple seasons

[@KanejBrekkdown]

"sometimes very fast" daniel pls 😭

[@nadqoth9372]

Daniel answered one of my biggest curiousty, hahah love it

[@Hoop_Headlines]

It's so hype that Ricciardo is returning to the F1 grid 🔥

[@kylesenninger8542]

“sometimes very fast”😂😂 love this dude

[@mhorbheinn]

He is such a genuine guy! I love his perspective

[@lesflynn4455]

I'll never forget him beating Lewis in the little Top Gear Suzuki. It was fair and square, neither of them had better weather etc.. and Danny was so jazzed that he actually did it. Lewis had been there twice, Danny only once. I think it's an event to be proud of. He thought so too.

[@ryan7297]

I love how much of a good speaker Ric is and he’s also so transparent which is so refreshing for any sport fans- especially F1 fans

[@ainslieelyse394]

I just love Daniel Ricciardo!!❤️😁He’s honestly the main reason I watch f1😜

[@veelol9379]

He's such a superstar in the motorsport industry and the mere fact that he feels so delighted to be shouted out in a song ♥️ just wow

[@itsmeagandanielle]

Daniel is the reason I started watching F1. I don’t have loyalty to any team. I’ll cheer for whatever team Daniel is on. As much as I don’t want him to retire, I’m very curious as to what he’ll do after Formula 1. The world will be his oyster!

[@K1speed11]

A year later Vegas is now a track 💀

[@IrdinaSophea]

“Sometimes very fast” 😭😭😭 i hope he gets at least a podium this year

[@donkhorse]

I really wish he could’ve been world champion at least once. He certainly has the talent, but without a winning car it’s never going to happen.

[@zzzanimal1722]

he talked about it, but having the dual balancing act of being one of the coolest and nicest dudes ever, but also with a stone cold killer mentality and drive and motivation to become one of the best in the world at something, is simply incredible to me. he's the man

[@thegracegerber]

his smile is contagious

[@pedrojuan8050]

The algorithm has just recommended this video after Ricciardo got picked up by Alphatauri, oh wow 😂

[@ainedoyle3931]

He seems like so a good guy! I wish him well for the rest of the season

[@hannahirene184]

Danny ric is such an inspirational, kind and happy person. He spreads so much positivity and it would be so devastating if 2022 is his last season.

[@hannagabriela3731]

i love danny with all my heart

[@tommytopetty2334]

I would miss Daniel so much!! He has a funny sense of humor and seems to be a good person!! A very likeable driver!!!

[@glencoeunited4901]

Sad to come back to this now knowing that he won't be in a cockpit for the Las Vegas GP.

[@anneleonghaseyo]

Such a chill guy. Hopefully everything aligns for mclaren and you get more points! Rooting for you, Daniel!

[@toraoyamada861]

oh mate, i always enjoying the moments while he is smiling or laughing, what a a cheerfull boy, love you Danny!

[@vladimirhot5282]

Danny's excitement for the Vegas Grand Prix didn't age well huh?

[@sammerry7706]

He hates tiktok, i love this man.

[@juandiegoprado]

This man cannot stop smiling hahaha

[@LaczPro]

This made my day. I know he's just behind Kimi in personality, but he's quite simply the best part of F1. And the duo with Lando? Just perfection!

[@mohammedalnayar]

This guy is absolutely amazing ... The comment about him retiring speaks to me. I only watched F1 because of his attitude and positive vibes!!

[@beckyaustin943]

Easily one of my favourite drivers of all time. Such a top guy!

[@konstantincolovic6360]

I absolutely love the fact he's extatic about a band with probably a 1/3 of his fanbase shouted him out :)

[@melissavella4250]

❤❤❤ so much love for Daniel Ricardo. Missing him so much already this year.

[@sharronsimmons8166]

I love Danny Ric so much- he is so humble- doing us Aussies proud

[@abdullahjawwad9984]

The Last Late-Braker. The first F1 driver who appealed to me and made me love Formula 1. Hope he races for a few more years

[@toyanaydin8248]

Hope Ric and the McLaren chassis click sooner rather than later - he deserves a lightning quick car by next season for championship hopes.

[@abyss18]

“deserves” 🤓

[@gaslightgamergf2.0]

Daniel is one of the best drivers of all time, on and off track. He seems to be such a cool person, honestly

[@davyshah1074]

It's like the 3rd time they brought him up and we already want more DR content

[@mrbeans2425]

He has a great sense of humor. I love his personality!

[@IsMaski]

Even if he doesn't win a world title, he has got some amazing career moments and he's not done yet. He is the honey badger after all. Never say never

[@janson2911]

It's heartbreaking when he said the "Sometimes really fast" line not gonna lie

[@janjunti46]

He's a great bloke & a truly likeable guy. A top driver who never had the best car for serious championship contention as well as some questionable choices while swapping teams. When he's on his own, not the best of Max Verstappen can match his raw pace!! Hope he regains his form soon enough.

[@JonathanDrobny26]

This is so sad now that he may not even be able to race in Vegas

[@nathaliadasilva9460]

No way his biggest smile was because a shout-out on that song haha How not to love this guy ❤️

[@DottedWolf]

Hes so lovable and cool at the same time

[@jennachen6677]

You’re the reason why I started watching f1 and the reason why i still watch today! We luv u Daniel!

[@jacquesvanrensburg2522]

Daniel Ricciardo is definately making the sport very fun to watch. Always hoping he can get some wins in the Mclaren!!!

[@Rico_71]

4:01 that hurts now...

[@elenailiuta2625]

I needed this, thank you GQ!

[@olivialambert4124]

I love Ricciardo. Incredible driver, but also very down to earth and humble. Seems pretty fun too, I've watched some of the banter and pranks in his other videos. He's one of the best sports personalities period, plus hes pretty respectful on track whilst still racing hard. I desperately hope he stays around if he does have to retire. I'm not ready to lose him, hopefully when it happens he goes back to youtube - the video he made with Button had everything I love about him. Or twitch. Just anything so I don't have to go cold turkey on Ricciardo!

[@bbmcars]

Retiring would be wise, for some time now he is getting beaten consistently my team mates.

[@TA-wg9oi]

@@bbmcars That's hilarious.....He wasn't at Renault. It's only been 14 months at McLaren... Using your methodology, Hamilton should retire too! And yes Olivia......he has the best personality, respectful and competitive on track.

[@jxsterlin6809]

This man is sunlight wearing shoes.

[@rumblefish9]

best description of Daniel

[@dadomain]

The Vegas moment hurts after hearing he got sacked

[@jcgar6599]

DR is one the reasons I still watch F1 racing...I'd love for him to get some wins this season.

[@JulieSaldanaKaty]

He is such a good guy. I saw enjoy his interviews and pray he gets a podium. He deserves it.

[@isabelnecessary5915]

8:08 that little shrug is adorable

[@ThatOneDude7]

Honestly Ricc just does the best videos with GQ. Can't wait for him to do some youtube or twitch.

[@fannytorres1781]

I've been waiting for this!

[@astridjuliehalvorsen7788]

Now this got really sad after him saying he probably won’t be in f1 next year😢

[@jaquelinezureck7873]

He is just pure gold ☺️

[@silverio1699]

FINALLY 🙏 @GQ can we get Max, Lewis, Seb, and Valtteri next 🙏

[@hxncho1249]

I want to see Kimi❄

[@LathropLdST]

@@hxncho1249 "Bwoah, you tell me now?"

[@callummclachlan4771]

​@@hxncho1249 It'll just be "Yes, no," the whole time. Would be funny though.

[@ChrisBl33p.]

@@callummclachlan4771 feels like that would apply to Mika Hakkinen as well.

[@lauola2147]

I think F1 each year get better and better, big fan of you Daniel!!!

[@cmel7841]

He's the reason I started watching F1 after his interview on Armchair Expert podcast I watched Drive to Survive and now I watch the races. For some reason I don't really like Nascar but F1 is entertaining.

[@nazworld92]

That episode of Top Gear is the sole reason why I became a fan of Ricciardo and in turn started watching the sport again. I’m so glad I got to meet him at MTC

[@kangical7113]

Whoa cool, how come did u get to meet him at MTC? Going to move to the UK in the autumn and would love to visit MTC and see all these trophies

[@nazworld92]

@@kangical7113 I follow the esports scene on twitter and the McLaren shadow project held a competition to have a few fans come and have a tour of the place then watch one of the online races live. We were lucky that Ricciardo was there so we manage to have a brief chat and take a group picture with him

[@chrisskit_8934]

More danny ric content??? YES PLEASE

[@suzzmartin]

Ugh! It was pretty sad to watch the first race if the season without Danny’s prep routine. I really did miss it. Miss him in F1 more than anything. I hope we see your smiling face soon, Danny Ric!

[@J3TRO1]

Definitely one of my favorites hate that he's not in a more competitive car hopefully when he returns he will be

[@captaindelta43]

He's just love ❤

[@gamerstar8311]

He is the person that makes this one sport more enjoyable