2. Daniel Ricciardo - 8.02
For many, the driver of the year, but F1i’s average sees Ricciardo just have to settle for second place. Started in fine form and should have been rewarded with a better result in China after a puncture took him out of the lead, while he also should have capped an excellent weekend in Spain with victory but for Red Bull’s three-stop strategy ultimately going against him. Monaco was an even bigger frustration as a stunning qualifying lap and almost-certain win was taken away by a pit stop error, but Ricciardo continued to produce excellent drives throughout the year and was finally rewarded in Malaysia. Singapore was another top class performance as he pushed Rosberg to the line, but he will be aware Verstappen was only getting stronger. What a battle that will be next year.
