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In another world, Nico Hulkenberg is in his fifth year of F1 retirement. Instead, he’s thriving in the midfield and, at the age of 36, might just have secured the best move of his career. He talks to Scott Mitchell-Malm about his revival
After appearing to end in 2019, Nico Hulkenberg’s Formula 1 career enters a second phase with a potentially “fairytale” move on the horizon. Despite being dropped by Renault, Hulkenberg made a comeback via Racing Point in the COVID-impacted 2020 season, eventually becoming Aston Martin’s reserve driver. In 2022, he secured a spot with Haas and since then, has shown impressive form, leading to an exciting opportunity to join the new Audi program in 2025. This unexpected turn of events marks a resurgence for Hulkenberg, who remained dedicated to F1, even in less prestigious roles. His resilience and determination have earned him recognition as one of the sport’s most reliable drivers, proving that success can come from unexpected paths.
