Wheatley hails Hulkenberg’s ‘overdue podium'

Nico Hulkenberg finally secured his maiden Formula 1 podium at the British Grand Prix, finishing a sensational third. In his 239th start, the German broke the long-standing record for most races without a top-three finish, a statistic Kick Sauber Team Principal Jonathan Wheatley dubbed "the most overdue podium in F1 history." Starting P19, Hulkenberg expertly navigated treacherous wet conditions, making astute tyre calls and delivering an "error-free performance." Wheatley lauded his driver's "masterclass," expressing no doubt about Hulkenberg's capacity to win races given the right machinery. This landmark achievement also marks Kick Sauber's first podium since 2012, signaling a significant moment for the team ahead of its transformation into Audi.
Wheatley hails Hulkenberg’s ‘overdue podium'
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