Hülkenberg, referee in the title race?

Nico Hulkenberg (Williams), if he has already obtained numerous pole positions in his young career, will start, for the first time, at the head of a Grand Prix of F1. Will he break under the enormous pressure of beating four contenders for the title of World Champion? Although he knows that he must not hinder the fight for the title, Hülkenberg wants to try to obtain the best possible result.

« When my engineer told me over the radio that I was on pole, I didn't believe it, but now you have to be realistic, explains young Nico. I know that behind me there are several drivers fighting for the championship. But, for our part, we are fighting for the best possible result so we will do everything to achieve it. »

But the departure of this inexperienced pole sitter, at least in F1, could cause a little chaos at the start, the Red Bull being certainly motivated by the idea of ​​overtaking the Williams driver from the first meters. “ It will be interesting to see what happens at the start, entrusts us Alonso. There are three of the favorites ahead of us and they are forced to take risks so I hope to see some action on the front line. »

On the other hand, at Red Bull, serenity is not required. The Milton Keynes team, which has sometimes missed its race despite a double in qualifying, will have to avoid the hiccup at the start. “ That our main adversaries are behind makes us a little more serene, but to see Nico Hulkenberg ahead, worries us a little, reveals Fabrice Lom, in charge of engine operation Renault at RBR. Will he defend his place? If things happen and he catches one of our drivers, he will play a role in the championship race which is not what we expect of him. We must hope that he stays in his place. If he is faster than us, we will stay behind but if he is slower, it would be nice if he did not add an element of chance to this explanation at the top. It's certain that when he leaves he will think a lot, given the madmen who will rush after him! It can be very hot on the first or third turn. »