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Nico Hulkenberg will make a switch from Haas to Stake next year ahead of Audi’s arrival to the grid in 2026. It’s a move that has likely saved one driver’s F1 future.
The Formula 1 driver market is buzzing with Nico Hulkenberg’s departure from Haas to Stake. Hulkenberg’s success at Haas in difficult times raised questions about Kevin Magnussen’s future. Despite not breaking into top 10, Magnussen’s experience makes him valuable for Haas during its recovery phase. With Hulkenberg gone, Magnussen’s path to retention at Haas has become clearer. Haas aims to move beyond fighting for the last point and make progress under new team principal Ayao Komatsu’s leadership. Magnussen’s presence becomes more significant with Hulkenberg’s exit, potentially paving the way for rookie Oliver Bearman’s entry to the team.
