Hockenheim return is 'very special'
Hockenheim return is 'very special'
Nico Hulkenberg is relishing the prospect of performing in front of his own fans in Germany at Hockenheim for next weekend's Grand Prix, and has described the return of the race after an absence from the 2017 Formula One calendar as "very special".
Hulkenberg has adopted a 'best of the rest' moniker this season as he is currently placed seventh in the championship rankings behind the Mercedes, Ferrari, and Red Bull duos.
He is hoping his compatriots in the stands next week can make him kick on and perform even better.
“It’s very special to have the German Grand Prix back on the calendar,” said Hulkenberg.
“A home race is extremely motivating, as you carry that extra ounce of determination to do well in front of the home fans. We missed it last season, but now it’s back at Hockenheim, we’ll really enjoy every moment throughout the weekend.
“Most drivers and teams have a home race at some point in the season, and we’re well prepared for both a busy one away from the circuit, and for the extra pressure for a good result on-track.”
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As Hockenheim was not featured as a location in 2017, this will be the first time the new-spec cars will take to the tarmac, meaning that we will likely see lap records smashed. Hulkenberg himself thinks it will be "quicker than ever"
“I enjoy this track a lot, and this year with the increased downforce cars, it will be even more fun,” the Renault driver added.
“It begins with a high-speed turn one, which is going to be quicker than ever in 2018, and then turn two, which is actually an important corner as you need to combine a high minimum speed while getting on the power early to open up the long, curved straight.
“You need good traction out of the hairpin, which is also the best overtaking spot on race day. Sector three, the stadium section, is special with the packed grandstands and cheering crowd.
“It’s a tight part of the track, it gets narrow, but it’s fast and flowing so hopefully we can put a show on for the fans."
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