RICCIARDO TURNING RED AGAIN

DANIEL RICCIARDO has rejoined Red Bull as reserve driver for next season after being ditched by McLaren.

Seven of Ricciardo’s eight grand prix wins came with Red Bull between 2014 and 2018.

“The smile says it all, I’m truly excited to be coming back home,” said the 33-year-old (above), who will be back-up to double world champion Max Verstappen and Sergio Perez.

“I already have so many fond memories of my time here.”

Ricciardo – who was dropped by McLaren after an underwhelming two-season spell – will also assist the team with testing and simulator work.

Red Bull team principal Christian Horner said: “He has enormous talent and such a brilliant character.”