It was difficult to assess how Zhou Guanyu fared in his debut season, being the only rookie on the track in 2022. Although he was outperformed by the more experienced Valtteri Bottas, his contract was extended later in the year. This indicated that Alfa Romeo Racing ORLEN were not entirely convinced of his abilities, but did not see a better alternative at the time.
If Zhou fails to impress in 2023, the team may start considering other options, and Daniel Ricciardo could be a viable choice for them.
The move could also be of interest to Ricciardo, particularly with Audi’s future involvement and the presence of Andreas Seidl, a familiar face to collaborate with.
Number 4. Mercedes
