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Nico Hulkenberg stunned the field to finish 5th at the Spanish GP, pushing Sauber from last to 8th in the standings. Following a series of relatively uncompetitive weekends, the Swiss team brought their biggest updates of 2025 to Spain.

Formula One News / Last Word On Sports / June 2

Hulkenberg delivers huge points in Spain thanks to Sauber updates

When Nico Hulkenberg claimed 7th place at the season opener in Australia, it was Sauber’s best result since the 2022 season. A combination of sensible driving and chaos further ahead allowed the German driver to secure this points haul.

Formula One News / Last Word On Sports / May 30

Why Spain could be Sauber’s last chance to recover in 2025

Sauber have failed to increase the points tally since the Australian GP, where Nico Hulkenberg capitalised on the chaotic conditions to finish in 7th. The Swiss team’s failure to score more points has left them at the bottom of the standings, albeit just one point behind Alpine in 9th.

Formula One News / F1 on SI / April 13

Nice Hulkenberg Disqualified From Bahrain Grand Prix Over Plank Wear

Sauber's Nico Hulkenberg was disqualified from the Bahrain Grand Prix after the rear skid block on his car was found to be worn down excessively. The FIA measures a titanium block underneath all the cars to ensure it meets the minimum thickness requirement.

Formula One News / F1 on SI / March 3

Nico Hulkenberg Pushes Back Against FIA Over Swearing Ban

Sauber driver Nico Hulkenberg has shared his perspective on the FIA's stricter swearing ban, offering a contrasting view to FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem, who targeted drivers for swearing last year.

Formula One News / Motorsports on SI / February 27

Nico Hulkenberg 'Had a Medical Incident' During First Day of Bahrain Testing

Formula 1's first day of pre-season testing in Bahrain took an unexpected turn when Nico Hulkenberg faced a "small medical issue". The 37-year-old driver for Sauber had to leave the session for a brief medical visit.

Formula One News / Motorsports on SI / February 27

Oscar Piastri And Nico Hulkenberg Collide At Pre-Season Testing

Oscar Piastri and Nico Hulkenberg suffered a slight collision during the pre-season F1 testing after an unexpected collision. This incident happened at Turn Eight, where Oscar Piastri attempted to overtake Sauber's Nico Hulkenberg.

Formula One News / Last Word On Sports / February 25

Hulkenberg upbeat despite 'difficult starting point' for Sauber

Nico Hulkenberg committed to the Sauber/Audi project relatively early last season, making the decision to join a team with the backing of a manufacturer.

Formula One News / F1 on SI / February 18

Nico Hulkenberg Offers Insight Into Development Progress At Sauber Ahead Of Audi Takeover

Sauber driver Nico Hulkenberg has shared insights into the developments happening within the team following a challenging 2024 season. He explained that the team has been pushing hard over the winter break, as it anticipates a difficult starting point to build from in the upcoming season.

Formula One News / F1 on SI / February 18

Nico Hulkenberg Reveals the Secret to Surviving in F1

Nico Hulkenberg has reflected on his long-standing career in the Formula 1, which began at Williams in 2010. The German driver, renowned for his consistency and versatility, is preparing for a new chapter as he takes on a leadership role with the Sauber team in 2025.

Formula One News / F1 on SI / January 7

Nico Hulkenberg Takes Firm Stance For Lewis Hamilton Amid Fear Of Dropping Form

Sauber driver Nico Hulkenberg has taken a firm stance for Lewis Hamilton by saying that he is "still going great" amid reports of him dropping form as he gets older.

Formula One News / Last Word On Sports / January 3

Nico Hulkenberg anticipates challenging season with Sauber

Nico Hulkenberg put together another impressive campaign in 2024, leading Haas to 7th place in the standings. Having signed a multi-year deal with Sauber, Hulkenberg is ready for an intense season in the midfield.

Formula One News / F1 on SI / January 3

Rosberg Brands Hulkenberg's Surprising Podium-Less Career 'Unbelievable' Ahead Of Audi F1 Move

Former F1 Champion and Sky Sports presenter Nico Rosberg has spoken about Nico Hulkenberg's extensive premier class career, which began in 2010 with Williams, noting his record for the most Formula 1 races without a podium finish.

Formula One News / F1 on SI / January 2

Nico Hulkenberg Warns Max Verstappen About 'Big Hole' In Life Amid Retirement Reports

Formula 1 veteran Nico Hulkenberg, who made his premier class debut in 2010, has warned Max Verstappen about a potential early retirement from F1 amid reports that he won't complete the duration of his Red Bull contract that lasts until 2028.

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Formula One News / F1 on SI / December 25

Nico Hulkenberg Reveals Impact Of Rookie F1 Driver Influx

Haas driver Nico Hulkenberg, who joins the Sauber F1 team next year alongside rookie driver Gabriel Bortoleto, revealed the impact of the influx of rookie drivers into the sport.

Formula One News / F1 on SI / December 7

F1 News: Nico Hulkenberg's Abu Dhabi P4 Start Under Threat As Driver Summoned To Stewards

Nico Hulkenberg finds his impressive fourth-place start for the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix under threat following a summons from race stewards. The meeting is set to address an alleged breach of Article 12.2.1 i) of the International Sporting Code, specifically concerning non-compliance with instructions on overtaking in the pit exit road.

Formula One News / F1 on SI / November 6

F1 News: Sauber Announces F2 Driver Signing Alongside Nico Hulkenberg For 2025

The Sauber F1 team has announced that F2 championship leader Gabriel Bortoleto will join Nico Hulkenberg as the team's driver lineup for 2025, taking over from current drivers Valtteri Bottas and Zhou Guanyu.

Formula One News / Last Word On Sports / October 24

Nico Hulkenberg: His Rollarcoaster Journey To The Top Ten

Nico Hulkenberg’s stint in Haas has been a series of ups and downs, but this year shows major progress in his position in the Championship standings. The full-time Formula One return of Nico Hulkenberg in 2023 turned out to be one of the best driver decisions for Haas.

Formula One News / Field Level Media / July 25

Nico Hulkenberg calls Audi shakeup 'a bit of a shock'

Driver Nico Hulkenberg said he initially felt "a bit of a shock" after Audi's management shakeup earlier this week. Former Ferrari team principal Mattia Binotto was named to lead Audi's Formula One project on Tuesday after the team parted ways with Andreas Seidl and Oliver Hoffman.

Formula One News / Yardbarker / June 21

Teenager given opportunity with American team Haas in F1 practice session

The 19-year-old is getting a chance to prove himself with the American racing team.

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Formula One News / FirstSportz / May 12, 2024

Nico Hulkenberg claims Haas ‘fought’ to stop him from joining carmaker in 2025

Nico Hulkenberg has confirmed his move to Sauber which will become the Audi works team in 2026. The German driver will get better prospects in Formula 1 with the auto giant.

Formula One News / Field Level Media / May 3, 2024

Valtteri Bottas surprised by Audi's Nico Hulkenberg announcement

Valtteri Bottas said he was surprised by the timing of his Sauber team's signing of fellow Formula One driver Nico Hulkenberg. Stake F1 Team Kick Sauber confirmed last week that Hulkenberg is leaving Haas to join its ranks in 2025, ahead of the organization's takeover by Audi in 2026.

Formula One News / Field Level Media / April 26, 2024

Nico Hulkenberg leaving Haas for Sauber in 2025

Nico Hulkenberg is leaving Haas to get behind the wheel with Stake F1 Team KICK Sauber, both Formula One teams announced Friday. The 36-year-old German driver with more than 200 F1 races under his belt signed a multi-year contract starting in 2025.

Formula One News / FirstSportz / April 26, 2024

Ferrari prodigy Oliver Bearman reportedly the favourite to replace Nico Hulkenberg at Haas

Now that Nico Hulkenberg‘s deal with Sauber (turning into Audi from 2026) is announced, there’s a lot of wonder about who gets the 2025 Haas seat. This sudden decision to leave the American team will definitely have a major ripple effect on the driver market.