Max Verstappen and Daniel Ricciardo are widely known in the racing community for their entertaining partnership. In the lead-up to a Grand Prix, drivers participate in media day, where they conduct interviews, interact with fans, and create social media content. Often, these drivers engage in quirky and amusing activities, leaving fans in fits of laughter. It is a lively day for all involved.
Before the Australian GP, members of the Red Bull team, along with VCARB members, joined forces to shoot content together. The four of them filmed on an Australian beach, taking breaks between shots to play pranks and share laughs.
In a recent video, Max Verstappen and Daniel Ricciardo were captured playing an imaginary padel game, much to the astonishment of their teammates. The drivers clearly had a fantastic time, showcasing their humorous antics.
The video garnered immense admiration from fans of the sport. It provided a breath of fresh air, showing drivers enjoying themselves off the track. While they are typically seen in a fierce and competitive mode during races, fans always appreciate heartwarming content like this.
Despite their intense on-track rivalry, many drivers maintain strong relationships off-track. Ricciardo and Verstappen are a perfect example of this. They were previously teammates at Red Bull and were known for their playful banter during off-track interviews.
Prior to the Australian GP, the duo once again conducted interviews together with the media. During one of these interviews, Ricciardo playfully revealed Verstappen’s obsession with padel.
Max Verstappen’s competitive spirit extends beyond racing. Ricciardo once mentioned that Verstappen would answer his calls, even at two o’clock in the morning. It is evident that these two drivers share a close bond off-track, which is truly refreshing.