F1, Japanese Grand Prix: Race Predictions

#2 Daniel Ricciardo's chances for leaving Red Bull on a high diminish

F1 Grand Prix of Japan - Practice

Daniel Ricciardo has had the unfortunate experience of saying the words “lost power” once again, during the Japanese Grand Prix qualifying session. After safely making it to Q2, the engine electronics on his RB14 stopped functioning and he had to be wheeled back to the pits for a look at what can be rectified.

Nothing could be done about the issue in the little time remaining on the clock and when Daniel walked out of the garage, he was visibly upset and livid. Starting P15 would hurt his chances of ending his long partnership with Red Bull Racing with a bang, as only four races remain on the calendar after Japan.

The Australian is never one to stay down for long, however, so come tomorrow, his elbows would be out and it is likely to see him end the race in top six. After all, the honey badger has proven his mettle coming from the back before.