F1 star Daniel Ricciardo has by no means overlooked his roots – so it wasn’t a shock to see the Perth born driver in a not too long ago released tourism ad for Western Australia.
The 34-calendar year-previous teamed up with the WA Government, by Tourism WA, to start the new world ‘Drive the Dream’ campaign.
The purpose is for travellers to practical experience the state’s assorted road excursions that make WA the ‘ultimate location for a driving getaway.’
Ricciardo’s street excursion commenced in Perth and observed the Scuderia AlphaTauri driver make his way to Exmouth alongside the Coral Coastline Freeway.
Western Australia’s Deputy Leading and Minister for Tourism Rita Saffioti was hugely amazed by the campaign.
F1 star Daniel Ricciardo has by no means neglected his roots – so it was not a shock to see the Perth born driver the experience of a not long ago released tourism advertisement for Western Australia
Ricciardo is currently sidelined following he experienced seven bone fractures at final month’s Dutch Grand Prix, undergoing surgery with 4 screws and a plate inserted into his remaining hand
‘There’s very little like a good highway excursion,’ she explained.
‘The campaign will aid Western Australia stand out as a single of the world’s most exceptional, unforgettable and attractive locations to undertake a road vacation adventure, now and into the long term.’
In the meantime, Ricciardo is unlikely to race in the Qatar Grand Prix on Oct 8 as he proceeds his recovery from his hand harm, Crimson Bull crew principal Christian Horner has confirmed.
Ricciardo suffered seven bone fractures at previous month’s Dutch Grand Prix, undergoing medical procedures with 4 screws and a plate inserted into his left hand.
‘I would say in all probability a lot less very likely [his return] than likely at the instant,’ Horner told Sky Sports activities.
‘I know Daniel’s acquired his sights preset on Qatar, he will drive the simulator future week and then we will make some choices based on that.’
It will come as Ricciardo a short while ago penned a agreement extension at AlphaTauri for 2024.
The new deal ensures Ricciardo a 14th period in the activity, and it also opens the door for the 34-year-previous to reclaim his seat at Pink Bull Racing come 2025 when Sergio Perez’s contract expires.