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Daily Mail
9 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Aussie F1 star Daniel Ricciardo's fans turn on him over social media post: 'Surely you don't need money that badly'
Daniel Ricciardo has come under fire from fans after launching a tongue-in-cheek promotion with an Australian betting app. The recently retired Formula One star posted a video to social media announcing a new 'tailgate' business. What looked like a light-hearted comeback quickly turned sour when followers discovered it was part of a gambling promotion. In the video posted to X, Ricciardo is shown lounging in a deck chair, declaring, 'Retirement ain't what it's cracked up to be.' He jokes about being bored with hitting golf balls and looking for a 'real passion project'. 'I love my football and I love a good time. Now it's time for me to do both,' he said. Ricciardo then announces the launch of his own tailgate business in partnership with Dabble. The video ends with Ricciardo encouraging fans to 'get the party started' by visiting But the website doesn't promote a business venture from Ricciardo at all. Instead, it's a global competition to win the Ultimate Texas Tailgate experience. The prize includes flights, accommodation, and tickets to NFL matches – with Ricciardo as host. While the video was clearly intended as satire, not everyone found it amusing, with many fans left frustrated by Ricciardo's decision to align with a gambling company. 'Don't promote something that destroys lives, do something positive. Please,' one follower wrote. Another commented, 'We're truly going to look back at these gambling ads someday in the way that we look back at cigarette ads now.' One follower simply wrote, 'Money badger strikes again,' a play on Ricciardo's old nickname, the Honey Badger. One fan wrote, 'Surely you don't need the money that badly,' while others called the move disappointing 'What a shame. You're shilling for a gambling company. JFC. Surely you don't need the money that badly,' said another. Critics were particularly upset because Dabble is a social betting platform. It allows users to place bets, follow others, and share tips in a community-driven feed. While popular with younger audiences, the platform's marketing tactics have raised questions. Gambling reform advocates argue such content normalises wagering through humour and celebrity endorsement. According to the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare, Australians lose roughly $25billion each year to legal gambling. Other estimates place total losses closer to $31.5billion, making Australia's gambling losses the highest per capita in the world. 'Seriously mate? Money that tight is it? So bloody disappointing,' another angry fan posted. The criticism comes just months after Ricciardo quietly stepped away from fulltime Formula One racing. He made his F1 debut in 2011 and soon established himself as one of the sport's most exciting drivers. A move to Toro Rosso in 2012 showed his promise, but it was his 2014 switch to Red Bull Racing that launched his career into the spotlight. Ricciardo won three Grands Prix in his debut season at Red Bull, finishing third in the world championship. Known for his daring overtakes and wide smile, he added wins in Malaysia (2016), Azerbaijan (2017), and Monaco (2018). In 2019, he left for Renault, aiming to rebuild a struggling team. While wins proved elusive, he secured two podiums in 2020 and earned respect as a leader. He joined McLaren in 2021 and delivered their first win in nearly a decade at Monza. But inconsistent form in 2022 led to his exit. After a reserve role with Red Bull in 2023, Ricciardo returned mid-season with AlphaTauri. The results didn't improve, and he quietly retired from full-time racing in 2025.
Motor 1
16-06-2025
- Automotive
- Motor 1
‘Thought I Was Doing Him a Favor:' Woman Tries to Tow a Payload in Husband's Dodge Ram Bighorn. Then She Makes a Common Mistake
Helping your spouse tow a trailer should earn you brownie points, not body shop bills. But when one woman forgot to lift the tailgate on her husband's Dodge Ram, she got a crash course in clearance, and a viral moment that's now a teachable one. There's plenty of regret and empathy stoked by a recent TikTok clip from creator Meggles (@meggles2446) that shows the crumpled aftereffects of her attempt to run an errand and help out her husband using his truck. 'I was doing my husband a great favor by pulling this trailer around. Didn't realize his tailgate was down, and I done [expletive'd] it up,' she said in the clip that's been viewed more than 440,000 times. Whether the trailer jackknifed or just made a tight turn, the top of the tailgate is crumpled. The problem comes down to clearance and geometry. When you're backing up or making a tight turn, the front corners of the trailer tend to swing inward toward the tow vehicle. A lowered tailgate sits exactly where the trailer's tongue jack or A-frame wants to go, and the result is often an expensive collision. It's a good idea to take a few minutes to refresh on the best tips for hauling with a pickup. Always Tow With the Tailgate Up Many trailers include a vertical tongue jack designed to lift the coupler. It's great for getting the trailer hitched, but terrible news for an open tailgate. Even a mild turn can cause the jack to punch directly into the gate, creasing it or worse. And unlike the heavy steel tailgates of older trucks, most modern models use lightweight aluminum construction that's engineered for vertical strength but not horizontal impact. Trucks like the Ram 1500, Ford F-150, and GMC Sierra are particularly vulnerable, and a trailer tongue can fold an open tailgate like a paper plate. The issue becomes even more acute when trailers include large front-mounted accessories like toolboxes, propane tanks, or spare tires, which reduce the already tight clearance. These elements sit high enough and far enough forward to make early contact with a tailgate that's been left open, even if you're being careful. In trailer math, inches matter. And a lowered tailgate eats up a lot of them. Thankfully, it's not hard to avoid this kind of damage with a few common-sense habits. It starts with a simple walkaround. Before towing anything—even across a driveway—it's smart to check that the tailgate is closed and latched, the hitch pin is inserted, safety chains are crossed and secured, and the trailer lights are working properly. Physically touching each component helps avoid the kind of memory lapse that leads to viral regret. U-Haul offers a basic towing checklist that's worth reviewing for new haulers or anyone stepping into a borrowed setup. More Towing Action The Lexus GX550 Tows Like a Dream: Review Man Arrested After Trying to Tow a Car Backwards on a Highway For those who don't tow often, a printed cheat sheet or a digital checklist app like Checklist Wrangler can be a lifesaver. Visual reminders also help. Some owners slap warning stickers inside the tailgate or use bright clothes or magnets to prompt a last-minute check before driving off. More DIY-savvy owners even wire in custom tailgate sensors that display a dashboard warning if the gate's still open when the vehicle moves. And for people who tow regularly, there's a more permanent fix. Fifth-wheel-style or 'V-notch' tailgates—designed to allow clearance for gooseneck hitches—can also protect standard trailers from tailgate interference. These drop-in replacements often come with locking latches and powder-coated steel construction, and can be found from aftermarket suppliers like Buyers Products or Motor1 reached out to the creator via direct message and to Dodge/Stellantis via email. We'll update if either responds. Now Trending Mechanic Says These Redesigned Lugnuts Are the 'Worst Thing' Automakers Have Done. Then He Shows Why 'Watched Too Much Fast & Furious:' MK4 Toyota Supra Evades Police on Highway. Then a Trooper Conducts 'Insane' PIT Maneuver Get the best news, reviews, columns, and more delivered straight to your inbox, daily. back Sign up For more information, read our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use . Share this Story Facebook X LinkedIn Flipboard Reddit WhatsApp E-Mail Got a tip for us? Email: tips@ Join the conversation ( )
CTV News
12-05-2025
- CTV News
Pure Country Sudbury looking for tailgate team superstar
Northern Ontario Watch A summer employment opportunity has popped up to be a part of the Pure Country Sudbury tailgate team where you get to go to cool events.
