McLaren have given young rising star Colton Herta a surprise Formula One test run in another worrying indication that Daniel Ricciardo could be on his way out at the end of the season. Ricciardo, 33, has had a year to forget with the famous team. Last year he was linked with a move to Alfa Romeo, and with his deal expiring in 2023 it would come as no surprise to see F1 teams line up for his services. In a statement confirming Herta’s time with the team, McLaren said the test ‘provides an opportunity for the team to evaluate young talent’.

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