Hulkenberg's F1 journey to his first podium

Nico Hulkenberg has finally secured his maiden Formula 1 podium at the British Grand Prix, a momentous achievement after 239 starts that ends a 15-year wait. The German driver, whose career has seen remarkable highs like a GP2 title and a pole position, alongside periods out of the sport, delivered a fairytale performance from P19 on the grid. Amid changing weather conditions at Silverstone, Hulkenberg expertly navigated the race, ultimately fending off Lewis Hamilton to secure third place. This long-awaited rostrum finish rids him of the infamous statistic as the most experienced F1 driver never to have reached the podium, marking a significant milestone in his enduring journey in the sport.