Daniel Ricciardo on Winning in F1, Knowing When to Retire, and Why “Fun” Matters
From DRIVE with Jim Farley by Ford Motor Company & Magnificent Noise
April 1, 2026 · 30 min · Season 4 · Episode 2
About this episode
Jim Farley hosts a conversation with Daniel Ricciardo about the triumphs and challenges of Formula One.
Jim Farley hosts a conversation with Daniel Ricciardo about the triumphs and challenges of Formula One, and how those moments are both powerful and grounding. Ricciardo explains the origins of his signature “shoey,” why he helped to loosen up the historically buttoned-up sport, and how fans turned it into an expectation. He describes racing as freedom, his pre-race focus rituals, and the sense of being integrated with the car at the limit. 00:00 The High of Winning 01:05 Shoey Origin Story 03:03 Making F1 Loosen Up 04:44 First Kart Freedom 06:14 Race Day Mindset Rituals 09:23 The Pain Behind the Podium 13:03 Driving as One Machine 15:42 Winning Highs And Lows 16:36 Relief After First Win 16:58 Knowing When To Retire 22:38 Honest Advice On Endings 24:18 CEO Question And “Fun” DRIVE with Jim Farley is produced by Jesse Baker and Eric Nuzum of Magnificent Noise. Our production staff includes Sabrina Farhi and Kristen Mueller with help from Lori Arpin, Angela Brewer, Max Owen-Dunow, Anne Roberts, Samantha Singhal, Darnell Macon, Brandon Kennedy, and Mark Truby. Follow Jim: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Jim.Farley Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jimfarley98/ Threads…
People in this episode
Host: Jim Farley
Guest: Daniel Ricciardo
Topics covered
- Formula One
- racing
- retirement
- sports culture
- personal growth
- fan engagement
Keywords
- F1
- shoey
- race day rituals
- winning
- retirement
- sports
- freedom
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Organizations: Ford Motor Company, Magnificent Noise
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