Daniel Ricciardo was nearly 40,000 feet above California when he made the huge decision to leave Red Bull and join Renault for 2019. The Australian - winner of seven grands prix and arguably the best overtaker in the sport - had been agonising over a decision on his future for months. He chose a flight to Los Angeles at the start of his mid-season summer break last August to give him the clarity of mind he needed to decide on a move he knew would change his life. His decision came as a surprise to F1 - Renault were often lapped by Red Bull last season, when Ricciardo won two races. Ricciardo, though, remains confident he knew what he was doing. He was aware then, as now, that he was likely...
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