Ricciardo believes new track surface hampered Renault's upgrade

Daniel Ricciardo reckons that the new track surface at Circuit Paul Ricard meant that Renault could not maximise its upgrade it brought for the French Grand Prix.

A series of aerodynamic upgrades ensured Renault would race at its home race in a confident mood. However, both Ricciardo and his team-mate Nico Hulkenberg were left rather disappointed with the positions they finished (P11 and P8, respectively).

Asked by Motorsport.com whether he was personally disappointed that the team missed a big chance to progress in France, the Aussie replied: "To be honest, I don't think we've really seen the full potential of it this weekend. I feel that we've missed a little bit set-up, basic stuff.