Daniel Ricciardo was left satisfied with his performance at the Japanese Grand Prix, although the Red Bull Racing driver conceded that a stronger start could have offered further returns. Ricciardo finished third behind team-mate Max Verstappen, dropping behind the Dutchman after an inauspicious opening set of corners – where he also lost out to Sahara Force India F1 Team’s Esteban Ocon. The Australian managed to regroup to match his pre-weekend target of a podium at Suzuka, although felt that more could have been possible with a better opening lap. “At the start of the weekend I said I wanted to get a podium in Suzuka – and I got it,” said Ricciardo. “I can’t go back...
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