Hulkenberg Finally Breaks F1’s Cruelest Record at Silverstone
What an unforgettable weekend at Silverstone! While Lando Norris' home victory dominated headlines, there was another emotional, long-overdue milestone that brought genuine joy to the paddock and fans alike. After a staggering 239 starts in Formula 1, Nico Hülkenberg has finally claimed his first-ever podium finish. Yes, you heard that right—Nico “The Nearly Man” Hülkenberg is now officially a Grand Prix podium finisher.
Let me take you through it because it wasn’t just another racing statistic—it was a moment of redemption.
The 2025 British Grand Prix was chaotic, a classic wet-dry Silverstone drama. Cars spinning out, penalties flying, Safety Cars deploying left and right. But amidst all that, Hülkenberg drove a masterclass in composure and grit. Starting all the way down in 19th, he carved his way through the chaos and somehow crossed the line in third place, behind only the McLaren duo of Norris and Piastri.
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This wasn't luck. It was precision, racecraft, and iron will. He even had to fend off Lewis Hamilton in the latter stages, at Lewis’s home race, in slippery conditions. That alone is a task most drivers would buckle under. But Nico held his ground like a seasoned warrior who simply refused to let his day slip away.
And how poetic is it that this moment happened at Silverstone? A track steeped in F1 history. A crowd roaring with British pride for Norris also roared for a German veteran finally getting what he’s deserved for over a decade. It’s been 15 years since Nico debuted with Williams in 2010, and over those years, he’s come agonizingly close to the podium multiple times. Think of his stunning pole in Brazil 2010, his near miss in Germany 2019, and that heartbreak at Interlagos in 2012 while leading the race. Always almost. Until now.
Critics used to point fingers—too inconsistent, not clutch enough. But that’s never been the full story. Hulkenberg has driven for midfield teams most of his career, often without a real shot at glory. Despite that, he consistently extracted more than what the car could offer, especially during tricky races—like this one.
So here’s to Nico. To persistence. To grit. To rewriting the story even when the world starts to forget your potential. If this ends up being his only podium, so be it. But what a podium it was—and what a moment to remember.
Honestly, that’s what makes F1 magical.
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