Daniel Ricciardo says he would like to return to racing in 2024 but only under certain conditions

Ricciardo claims that he is enjoying his time away from the limelight as Red Bull's reserve driver, even though there have been reports of him cutting quite the disconsolate figure around the paddock at the Australian Grand Prix.

Even if he is telling the truth about enjoying a relaxing season, the Australian also admits that he is keen to get back into Formula 1 in 2024 = but only under strict conditions.

"I still am at a point where it's not at any cost, it's not just to be back on the grid," Ricciardo said, as per Sky Sports.

"A lot of the reason for taking this year off was that I didn't want to just jump back into a car, any car just to be one of the F1 drivers. And I still don't see myself starting from scratch and rebuilding a career and going at it for another decade.

"I appreciate I might not have every opportunity under the sun, but I want to win," he added. "I want to be back with a top team and obviously a team where I have my confidence back and my mojo.

"I think also that's where maybe when I look back that's a weakness of mine, but in a way, it's a strength as I feel better at the front of the grid. I feel like I perform in those situations with a bit more pressure and a bit more emphasis on a podium.

"So to go back and try to put myself in just any seat or something that's fighting at best for a top-10 finish, I don't think that's going to bring the best out of me. So yeah, I see myself, at least in my head, wanting to go back on the grid, but there's still some terms and conditions, so to speak."