Daniel Ricciardo will make way for Super Formula driver Ayumu Iwasa in the first practice session at the Japanese Grand Prix next month.

Ricciardo has failed to score any points in the first three races of 2024 for Racing Bulls. There are rumours Liam Lawson could take his seat though Red Bull have denied these claims.

However, Ricciardo will now only have two practice sessions to prepare for the race in Suzuka in two weeks’ time.

Helmut Marko has announced that 22-year-old Japanese driver Iwasa will participate in FP1 at his home race.

Marko said in his column for Speedweek: “On Friday, we will use our young pilot Ayumu Iwasa in practice, an All-Nippon team.

“What’s more, the Suzuka circuit should suit the Racing Bulls car.”