{"id":340193,"date":"2025-08-13T04:04:16","date_gmt":"2025-08-13T04:04:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/340193\/"},"modified":"2025-08-13T04:04:16","modified_gmt":"2025-08-13T04:04:16","slug":"daniel-ricciardo-reveals-the-very-surprising-things-he-refuses-to-keep-in-his-house-even-though-theyre-very-close-to-his-heart","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/340193\/","title":{"rendered":"Daniel Ricciardo reveals the VERY surprising things he refuses to keep in his house – even though they’re very close to his heart"},"content":{"rendered":"

Aussie superstar Daniel Ricciardo<\/a> achieved\u00a08 Formula 1 Grand Prix wins and 32 podium finishes during his 13-year career – but his house is devoid of racing mementos and memorabilia.<\/p>\n

Ricciardo was let go by Racing Bulls after the 2024 Singapore GP, with Red Bull\u2019s advisor Helmut Marko explaining that the Aussie was no longer showing the \u2018killer instinct\u2019 he had displayed earlier in his racing career.<\/p>\n

The 36-year-old is now enjoying time away from the sport and has revealed that he doesn’t like to be reminded of his many racing achievements while at home.<\/p>\n

‘It’s funny, I don’t really like having my racing stuff in my house,’ Ricciardo told Mel McLaughlin at\u00a0Ray White\u2019s Connect Conference on Monday.<\/p>\n

‘If my parents have some of me in their house, that’s fine.<\/p>\n

‘I’m still quite shy with some of the achievements.’<\/p>\n

\"Daniel <\/p>\n

Daniel Ricciardo says he doesn’t like to keep racing mementos and memorabilia in his home<\/p>\n

\"Eight-time <\/p>\n

Eight-time race winner\u00a0revealed that he has been adjusting to life away from Formula One<\/p>\n

The beloved Aussie also joked about why he was now sporting a thick beard.<\/p>\n

\u2018Well, I haven\u2019t been shaving my face,\u2019 he said.<\/p>\n

\u2018The beard is my comfort right now.<\/p>\n

\u2018I had a fallout with my barber and then I lost my razor. It\u2019s been a tough six months.\u2019<\/p>\n

Ricciardo bid farewell to what he described as a \u2018wild and wonderful\u2019 career, having become one of the most popular drivers in the sport.<\/p>\n

But like many athletes, stepping away from the fast-paced, rock and roll lifestyle that is professional sport, Ricciardo explained he struggled to adjust to life away from the glitz and glamour of Formula One.<\/p>\n

‘I’ve lived this crazy, high-speed life for so long, and I just sat into a little bit of stillness,\u2019 Ricciardo explained.<\/p>\n

\u2018I suddenly wasn’t always surrounded by a ton of people giving their opinions and thoughts.\u2019<\/p>\n

\"Ricciardo <\/p>\n

Ricciardo explained he had been looking to become more ‘selfless’ and had ‘come to appreciate the little things more’ following his time in Formula One<\/p>\n

\"Ricciardo <\/p>\n

Ricciardo parted company with Formula One team AlphaTauri in September 2024 after a 13-year career in the premier driving circuit<\/p>\n

After the rigours of being a professional racing driver had encompassed his life for so long, Ricciardo explained he was now doing a bit of soul searching in order to understand who he truly was, while also admitting he was learning to become more magnanimous.<\/p>\n

‘I’ve had a lot of time, I’ve done some hiking. I was in Alaska a few weeks ago and didn’t get mauled by a grizzly which was a bonus.<\/p>\n

‘I’ve been trying to figure out who I am other than this race car driver.<\/p>\n

‘I’ve come to appreciate the little things more and the meaning of the importance of family and friends.<\/p>\n

‘I’ve always been driven, and that sometimes leads you to being selfish, so I’m trying to learn to be a bit more selfless and become a better listener.\u2019<\/p>\n

Ricciardo cut a philosophical figure as the Australian also delved into his sacking.<\/p>\n

As yet, Ricciardo has not opened up on his plans for the future.<\/p>\n

Since his departure from AlphaTauri there has been speculation that he might step back into racing in some capacity. However, it appears he is resigned to the fact that his time in Formula One has ended.<\/p>\n

While he never got to become a world champion, the ever-humble Australian spoke of his pride at his achievements in the sport.<\/p>\n

\u2018I never thought I would have this career. I never thought I\u2019d be here, you know? That\u2019s the truth,\u2019 he explained.<\/p>\n

\u2018Yes, my dream was to be world champion, and there were years along the way where I genuinely felt like it was gonna happen.<\/p>\n

\u2018I got close, that\u2019s OK.<\/p>\n

‘If I were a world champion sitting here today, would it change how I feel or how I view myself, or anything like that? I don\u2019t think so.<\/p>\n

\u2018Maybe my ego would be big. We don\u2019t want that. I have no regrets.\u2019<\/p>\n

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