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Nico Hülkenberg’s heart-wrenching Qatar GP exit: a clash with Gasly shatters Sauber’s hopes

Harry Stone by Harry Stone
December 2, 2025
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Nico Hülkenberg’s heart-wrenching Qatar GP exit: a clash with Gasly shatters Sauber’s hopes
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Nico Hülkenberg’s Heartbreak: A Promising Race Ends in Disappointment at the Qatar GP

In a dramatic twist of fate at the Qatar Grand Prix, Nico Hülkenberg, the talented Sauber driver, was forced to retire early due to a collision with Pierre Gasly. This unfortunate incident not only dashed Hülkenberg’s hopes for points but also triggered the Safety Car, sending shockwaves through the race and impacting team strategies significantly.

As the battle for the coveted seventh spot in the Constructors’ Championship heated up, Aston Martin seized the opportunity to extend their lead while Haas struggled to secure any points with both drivers finishing outside the top ten. This was a bitter pill to swallow for Haas, who remained in eighth place, thanks to Sauber’s own double retirement.

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Reflecting on the race, Hülkenberg expressed his frustration: “It’s such a shame that a promising race ended so early after being hit by Pierre (Gasly). I genuinely believe we could have scored points today.” The German driver had shown confidence in his car leading up to the race, and his early pace was commendable. “In the first seven laps, the rhythm was good. Here, the chances for overtaking are limited, so I attempted an outside maneuver, which is always a bit riskier. I left Pierre plenty of room,” Hülkenberg explained, highlighting the competitive yet precarious nature of Formula 1 racing.

The impact of Hülkenberg’s retirement was felt throughout the grid as it reshaped the title fight among the frontrunners. Max Verstappen emerged victorious, while Lando Norris maintained his lead in the championship standings, with Oscar Piastri close behind. Hülkenberg’s disappointment was palpable as he lamented the lost opportunities, stating, “For now, there’s just disappointment. But we’ll take a couple of days to recharge and aim to finish the season in Abu Dhabi in the best way possible.”

Meanwhile, Gabriel Bortoleto, who had faced his own challenges, managed to cross the finish line in 13th place after two consecutive retirements, one of which occurred in Brazil. “It wasn’t a very exciting race for me,” he admitted. “There weren’t many overtakes, and I spent most of my time stuck behind Lewis Hamilton. Once he gained an advantage, I couldn’t recover it, and my race remained pretty much the same from that point on.”

Despite the lackluster performance, Bortoleto remained optimistic, noting, “There are definitely some positives to take into the final race of the season in Abu Dhabi next week.” He acknowledged that a better starting position could have turned the tide, saying, “Had we started around P14, we could have aimed for the top ten.”

As the teams brace for the final showdown in Abu Dhabi, the stakes couldn’t be higher. With Hülkenberg’s aspirations cut short and Bortoleto looking to build on his experience, the upcoming race promises to deliver thrilling action and fierce competition as they seek redemption before the season comes to a close.

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