#F1 Ricciardo ripped off at Monaco GP AGAIN

Yet another case of what might have been for Daniel Ricciardo in Monaco. The Australian was a much happier man on the podium than 12 months ago, but the “silly” and “stupid” strategy error he blasted after qualifying may have ultimately cost him the chance to challenge for victory.

Starting fifth, Red Bull’s decision to run Ricciardo longer than teammate Max Verstappen and Valtteri Bottas allowed him to ‘overcut’ both drivers and secure a second successive third-place finish. But in clear air, Ricciardo was matching the lap times set by race-winner Vettel, suggesting even more may have been possible with a higher grid spot.

Ricciardo was fortunate to escape with a brush of the wall after the Safety Car restart, but was ultimately content with his work.

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