The Scuderia AlphaTauri driver is currently sidelined with injury

* Ricciardo is the face of tourism in Western Australia

* The 34-year-old F1 driver was born and raised in Perth

* The Scuderia AlphaTauri driver is currently sidelined with a hand injury F1 star Daniel Ricciardo has never forgotten his roots – so it was no surprise to see the Perth-born driver in a recent West Australian tourism ad.

   The 34-year-old has launched a new global campaign, Drive the Dream, in partnership with the WA Government through WA Tourism. “OM calls, can’t say no” – Gattuso signed a contract with Olympique Marseille coach The aim is for travelers to experience the state’s diverse road trips, making WA the “ultimate driving holiday destination”.

   Ricciardo’s journey began in Perth, where the Scuderia AlphaTaur driver headed down the Coral Coast Highway to Exmouth. The Deputy Premier and Tourism Minister of Western Australia, Rita Saffioti, was very impressed by the campaign.

   F1 star Daniel Ricciardo has never forgotten his roots – so it was no surprise to see the Perth-born driver in a recent West Australian tourism ad.

   Ricciardo is currently sidelined after suffering seven broken bones at the Dutch doctor last month and surgery to insert four screws and a plate in his left hand. Ricciardo is currently sidelined after suffering seven broken bones at the Dutch Grand Prix last month. He underwent surgery with four screws and a plate in his left arm.