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Heartbroken Ricciardo admits no one wanted to race after tragic death of Anthoine Hubert

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HEARTBROKEN Daniel Ricciardo admitted nobody wanted to take part in the Belgian Grand Prix.

Ferrari star Charles Leclerc choked back tears as he dedicated his win to Formula Two driver Anthoine Hubert, who died in a 150mph crash at the Spa track 24 hours earlier.

Daniel Ricciardo (left) said no one wanted to race after the tragic death of Anthoine Hubert

And Renault’s Ricciardo said: “I don’t think any of us wanted to be here or race. You question is it really worth it?

“It’s our job, profession, our life but also it is still just racing cars around in circles. I am speaking for myself but I’m not the only one.

“I certainly questioned it last night. But having seen some of Anthoine’s family here, that is what gave me more strength.

“How could they be here after that? I could not imagine being in their position, they were a lot stronger than any of us.

“Weirdly enough, the best way we can show our respect is to race.

“But a lot of people are hurting in the paddock and it was certainly tough to be here and try and put on a brave face for everyone.

“Everyone is relieved the race is done. We move on from here and, hopefully, it is the last time this happens.”

Toro Rosso driver Pierre Gasly, who grew up with Hubert, added: “It was the most emotional pre-race I ever had because you are not ready at 23 to lose one of your best mates.

“I’ve grown up with these guys since I was seven in karting, we’ve been room-mates, we’ve lived in the same apartment, in the same room for six years.

“I’ve already planned to see all the friends we had in common because none of us really understand and realise what has happened — it’s just super sad.”

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