Daniel Ricciardo teases dream team reunion with Max Verstappen at one-off Le Mans 24 Hours

Daniel Ricciardo has expressed interest in returning to racing for a one-off event, specifically mentioning the Le Mans 24 Hours, where he hinted at a potential reunion with former Red Bull teammates Max Verstappen and Sebastian Vettel. After being dismissed from Red Bull's junior team following the 2024 Singapore Grand Prix, Ricciardo had previously thought his racing career was over but now seeks to finish on his own terms. He emphasized that while a full championship does not excite him, a one-off race could provide the closure he desires.

Ricciardo mentioned Verstappen as a top choice for a Le Mans partnership, reflecting on their time together at Red Bull. He also acknowledged Vettel's recent involvement with Porsche's hypercar program, suggesting that a reunion could be a fun opportunity. Verstappen, while acknowledging the idea, stated that he would only consider participating if the project was well-prepared and had a genuine chance of winning, indicating that time constraints and commitments outside of Formula 1 currently limit his availability for such an endeavor.