Ahead Of The 2018 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix – With Red Bull Racing
It’s the final race weekend for the 2018 Formula 1 season and we’re making our way to Abu Dhabi. There’s lots to come this week but in this post, you can see what the Red Bull Racing drivers have to say ahead of the 2018 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.
For Daniel Ricciardo, this is the last weekend for him racing as a Red Bull Racing driver before his move to Renault. For his team-mate, Max Verstappen, he’ll have a new team-mate next year, driving alongside Pierre Gasly for the 2019 Formula 1 season.
Take a look at what the drivers have to say about Abu Dhabi, the circuit and what they’re looking forward to for the final race this season….
DANIEL RICCIARDO – Ahead Of The 2018 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix
Daniel Ricciardo: “Abu Dhabi has always been a pretty good track for me and I enjoy going there. I’m yet to get an Abu Dhabi podium, but that would be a pretty awesome way to end my stint with Red Bull and to end the season.”
“Having a twilight race is always cool, the weather is good, so there’s not much not to like about the place.”
“I love the third sector, it’s my favourite part of the track for sure, through the hotel and all that is good fun. Abu Dhabi marks the end of five years with the Team and ten years with Red Bull itself.”
“I’m sure it’s going to be emotional afterwards, especially when I cross the line for the last time with the Team. But I’m going there guns a blazing, showing a lot of love.”
“Hopefully the love shows me back and I can spray some fake champagne on Sunday, which would be a fitting farewell.”
MAX VERSTAPPEN – Ahead Of The 2018 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix
Max Verstappen: “Apart from being the last race of the year, Abu Dhabi is always a special one due to the atmosphere. The crowds are big and noisy, and being a sunset race adds to the unique feeling.”
“After a busy few races I think everyone looks forward to getting to Abu Dhabi. The nice weather and a more relaxed feel in the paddock means everyone is smiling.”
“The track itself is fun to drive, passing the yachts in the final sector has a similar feel to Monaco, but it’s not as tight. There are some long straights that do not really play to our strong points but we will try to make up for this in the twisty sectors. Once the race is done the team can relax a bit, and have some well-earned downtime.”
“We of course have testing shortly after but I will definitely try to chill out and get some sun on the Monday. Before we know it, we’ll be testing and working hard towards 2019 throughout the winter, which is very exciting…”
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