Hulkenberg: Bortolotto has everything for a successful career
Gabriel Bortoleto confidently calls his debut season in Formula 1. His experienced teammate at Sauber, Nico Hülkenberg, shared what qualities of the Brazilian driver pleasantly surprised him.
Nico Hülkenberg: "Gabriel is a young, smart, and very fast guy. He is dedicated, focused, and works hard. He has the right attitude and speed. As a rookie, he made a strong impression on me.
As a teammate, I see his telemetry, listen to what he says after practice and races, and all of it is very impressive. He has everything it takes to become a great driver and build a long and successful career.
Before Gabriel joined the team, I didn't know him very well, so he took me by surprise. We have a good relationship, we get along very well, and push each other forward. Our rivalry benefits the team, but at the same time, we help each other. So, working with him is positive and enjoyable."
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Hulkenberg: Bortolotto has everything for a successful career
Gabriel Bortoleto is confidently overseeing his debut season in Formula 1. His experienced Sauber teammate Nico Hülkenberg shared which qualities of the Brazilian driver pleasantly surprised him.