Nico Hulkenberg
- TeamAudi
- NationalityGER
- Number27
Nico Hulkenberg arrived in Formula 1® carrying the kind of hype usually reserved for future World Champions. Before reaching the pinnacle of motorsport, the German had already built one of the most impressive junior racing résumés of his generation, winning championships at almost every stop along the way and earning a reputation as a prodigious talent capable of going wheel-to-wheel with the very best.
More than a decade later, Hulkenberg remains one of the grid's most respected competitors.
Affectionately known as "The Hulk" or "Nico Huuuulkenberg" courtesy of Daniel Ricciardo, Hulkenberg rarely seeks the spotlight and has earned a reputation for being as dependable, adaptable and consistently competitive.
In a sport that loves the next big thing, Nico Hulkenberg is a reminder that talent alone doesn't define a career. Sometimes it's resilience, longevity and an unwavering commitment to the craft that leave the greatest impression. And after all these years, Formula 1® is still discovering just how much value there is in having “The Hulk” around.
| Australian Grand Prix Statistics | |
|---|---|
| Races: | 13 |
| Best Qualifying: | 7th (2014, 2018) |
| Best Race Result: | 6th (2014) |
| Podiums: | 0 |
| Points Finishes: | 8 |