“Getting past my early 20s, I feel a bit more maturity and responsibility about that stuff. You get a good feeling from doing something good. You see a kid and you make his day, you realise the power of it. Whereas before, I was like, 'That's cool, whatever.' But now, that's what I'm most appreciative of.”

Australian former racing driver

Daniel Ricciardo is an Australian former racing driver, active in Formula One from 2011 to 2024. Known by the nickname “the Honey Badger,” he built a long career in the sport and won eight Formula One Grands Prix across 14 seasons. He became known for his pace, race craft, and ability to compete at the top level over an extended career. His public profile comes from Formula One, where he spent more than a decade on the grid and collected wins that made him a familiar name in modern motor racing.