Daniel Ricciardo joins Red Bull Racing as third driver

Published on 24 November 2022 by Niels Hendrix

Oracle Red Bull Racing has confirmed that Daniel Ricciardo will re-join the team as the third driver for 2023. Bringing a wealth of experience and character, Ricciardo will assist the team with testing and sim work, as well as commercial activity.

Since Ricciardo left Red Bull Racing at the end of 2018, he has spent two years respectively at Renault and McLaren.

Oracle Red Bull Racing team principal and CEO Christian Horner said: “It is great to bring Daniel back into the Red Bull family. He has enormous talent and such a brilliant character. I know the whole factory is excited to be welcoming him home. In his role as test and third driver, Daniel will give us the chance to diversify, assisting in the development of the car, aiding the team with his experience and knowledge of what it takes to succeed in F1. We’re very pleased to be working with Daniel again and look forward to everything he will bring to the team in 2023.”

Daniel Ricciardo said: “The smile says it all, I’m truly excited to be coming back home to Oracle Red Bull Racing as their third driver in 2023. I already have so many fond memories of my time here, but the welcome from Christian, Dr. Marko and the entire team is something I’m sincerely appreciative of. For me personally, the ability to contribute to and be surrounded by the best team in F1 is hugely appealing, whilst also giving me some time to recharge and refocus. I can’t wait to be with the team and support with simulator work, testing sessions and commercial activities. Let’s go!”