After leaving McLaren under tense circumstances, Ricciardo returned to the grid with a point to prove, and his recent performance left McLaren reeling. Rumors are swirling that his aggressive driving and strategic racecraft during the final laps were intended as a form of payback, leaving McLaren frustrated and questioning how they let such a talent slip through their fingers.

With whispers of Ricciardo possibly retiring or taking a step back from F1 after this race, fans and analysts alike are speculating whether this could be his farewell to the sport. If so, he has certainly left his mark, ending on a high note that has everyone talking.

As the dust settles, the question remains: was this Ricciardo’s final race, and has his “revenge” performance left McLaren regretting their decisions? Only time will tell, but this dramatic chapter is far from over.