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Sauber’s "pinch yourself moment" after Nico Hulkenberg beats Lewis Hamilton’s Ferrari
Sauber F1 team boss Jonathan Wheatley expressed relief and satisfaction over Nico Hulkenberg’s unexpected fifth place finish in the Spanish Grand Prix, thanks to the team’s successful upgrades. The Swiss team had struggled in the fierce midfield battle but made significant strides with a major upgrade in Barcelona. Hulkenberg’s strong performance, including a flying start and overtaking Lewis Hamilton, showcased the team’s progress. Wheatley highlighted the hard work and passion of the team, emphasizing the positive impact of the upgrades on the car’s performance. The team aims to consistently fight for points in the midfield and sees the Barcelona upgrade as a step in the right direction for future races. Wheatley praised both Hulkenberg and rookie teammate Gabriel Bortoleto for their promising showings and is optimistic about Sauber’s competitiveness moving forward with the improved car.
