Ricciardo says China GP proves he is a title challenger

Daniel Ricciardo produced a scintillating win in Shanghai at the weekend, so does this mean he is in with a shout of a title effort? He certainly thinks so…

Despite having an exceptional Formula One career so far, Ricciardo has never really been in a title fight, but with more exceptional driving similar to what we saw on Sunday, the Australian could have a chance this year.

After Championship leader Sebastian Vettel’s eighth place in China, Ricciardo has closed the gap to 17 points, which may seem like a lot, but another good race for Ricciardo and a poor one for Vettel could see things switched right around.

Ricciardo said: “I’ve said it a few times, just give me a chance to be in a title hunt and I really believe I will take it.

Ricciardo had his mechanics to thank for getting him onto the track in qualifying however, an engine change before the session almost scuppering his entire weekend. Ricciardo thanked them: “I am super thankful they helped me pull this off today”.