RB Acknowledges Missteps in Daniel Ricciardo's F1 Exit

Ricciardo and RB team agreed to keep his departure under wraps until after the Singapore Grand Prix, leaving fans without a proper farewell.

RB team principal Laurent Mekies admitted the handling of Ricciardo's exit was not ideal, as fans were unable to give him a proper send-off.
Ricciardo was aware of his impending departure before the Singapore Grand Prix but agreed with the team to delay the announcement.
The decision was made collectively by Ricciardo and the team, though it resulted in awkward situations during the race weekend.
Despite the timing, Mekies emphasized the significant support and affection shown by fans and the team for Ricciardo.
Ricciardo's career includes 257 races, eight wins, and 32 podiums; he hinted at retirement in a recent Instagram post.