P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Nico Hulkenberg has claimed that Audi opted to sign him as a driver to its nascent Formula 1 project over drivers who have secured victories and boast “better stats”. Sauber announced earlier this season that Hulkenberg will depart Haas to move to the team in 2025 as it prepares to transition into a works Audi […]
Sauber announced earlier this season that Hulkenberg will depart Haas to move to the team in 2025 as it prepares to transition into a works Audi entrant come 2026. The German driver has signed a multi-term deal to align with Audi’s impending arrival once new regulations are introduced. Hulkenberg hopes his move to Audi will inspire him to achieve the success that eluded him in his earlier career. Despite never finishing higher than fourth in an F1 race, Hulkenberg does not feel weighed down by his lack of podium finishes and is content with his career progression. He views Audi prioritizing him over other race winners as a powerful statement and is optimistic about Sauber’s prospects for improvement in the future, despite their current standings. Hulkenberg is looking forward to the challenge of the 2025 season with Sauber and believes in the potential for positive change in the team’s performance.
