Ricciardo Oops! 8th‑Place Disqualification in Singapore
In a turn of events that made heads spin faster than a turbo‑charged V‑8, Daniel Ricciardo was disqualified from his Saturday qualifying session at the Singapore Grand Prix. The stewards determined that his car’s energy‑recovery system had simply over‑shook the limits.
What Went Wrong?
- During the fast‑necks of qualifying, the ERS (Energy Recovery System) unleashed more power than the rulebook allowed.
- Stewards’ hard hat crack: the system’s output was deemed “too much awesome.”
- Effect? Ricciardo’s 8th‑place start slipped to the pit lane – a spot that’s every driver’s least favourite cousin in that circuit.
Why It Matters in Singapore
Singapore’s tight street circuit is notorious for being grid‑first. Once you hit traffic, there’s rarely a chance to swoop past. Starting from the pit lane is like being invited to the party after everyone else has left— basically a solo dance on the hello‑world stage.
Team Perspective
Ricciardo edged out his teammate Nico Hulkenberg by a single spot in qualifying, so the drop feels like a dry‑run pothole rather than a total cross‑road collapse. Still, the pit lane start is a gamble.
Bottom Line
Tonight, the stakes are higher. The race awaits, and Ricciardo must navigate a maze of twists and turns with the start‑line skillfully itched into his rearview. Will the aromatic Singapore skyline beat him to the front? Time will tell—and it’s a story that shows even a smooth‑talking legend can have a “high‑power” moment.
