Daniel Ricciardo recorded his best performance of the season at the Singapore Grand Prix, but the embattled Aussie F1 star was in no mood for wild celebrations. The result was essential for Ricciardo, who is shopping himself to rival teams after the announcement that fellow Aussie Oscar Piastri will take his place at McLaren next season. The 33-year-old only has a handful of races to prove himself to another Formula 1 team before he leaves McLaren, and a top five finish will no doubt do wonders for his confidence. After a shaky qualifying performance, Ricciardo started at 16th on the grid, but made up three places on the opening lap. ‘Saudi 2021 was the last time I had a top five, a year ago.

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