2023-10-18 11:31:35
Nico Rosberg has revealed that Daniel Ricciardo, who is close to returning to F1, is still struggling in simulation. Ricciardo, who has been sidelined since late August following fracturing a bone in his hand in a crash during free practice at Zandvoort, is expected to return to action at this weekend’s American Grand Prix, although his recovery was not initially thought to be possible. It may not be as smooth as it seems.
Appearing on Sky Sports’ F1 podcast, Rosberg revealed some of the information that Scuderia AlphaTauri F1 team boss Franz Tost shared with him in Qatar. “Firstly, I heard from Franz Tost who was on the grid in Qatar that Daniel was still suffering from wrist pain in the simulator a week ago and was unable to run the full race distance,” said the 2016 champion. “So we’ll see how it goes. I don’t think it’s going to be easy for him to come back 100% physically.” Ricciardo demoed the RB7 in Nashville this weekend and got behind the wheel of the real car. However, promotional events are much less demanding than grand prix events. Rosberg points out that as the cars get bigger, the physical rigors of F1 only increase. “I wish him the best of luck and I hope he succeeds because it takes a lot of physical strength to drive these cars. In terms of risk, it’s not just the steering. It’s not just regarding the steering. “When you’re braking, you’re pushing the steering wheel a lot because you can’t lean forward to put on your seatbelt. You have to push to steer.” , there’s an incredible amount of force on the wrist. Of course, I hope he somehow comes back and is fit to race. And there are five races he has to do now. I don’t think there are too many expectations on him right now because he’s motivated for next year and I hope he’s solid.” Ricciardo’s latest update came over the weekend in Qatar, where he was tested in simulation. After spending the day at Red Bull, he posted a photo from inside Red Bull’s headquarters. “Today is another simulation day,” Ricciardo posted. “We’re getting close. See you in Austin.”
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