“I know that I'll joke around to the last minute I get in the car. But once the helmet's on - it's sort of a cliche, but it's true - it's quite symbolic that that is 'go time,' and I'm ready to have some fun and be bad while I do it.”

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.