The world of Formula One has been left buzzing after Nico Hulkenberg snubbed seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton in his list of top three drivers from the 2023 season. Instead, Hulkenberg chose Pierre Gasly, Max Verstappen, and Fernando Alonso for the prestigious honor.
Gasly’s inclusion in the list has sparked a lot of debate among fans, who believe Hamilton should have been ranked higher. This decision raises questions about Hamilton’s current standing in the F1 world.
This comes as a major snub to Hamilton, who is widely considered one of the greatest drivers of all time. Hulkenberg’s decision has sparked debate among fans and pundits alike.
Gasly is Underrated
In the world of Formula One, Pierre Gasly is often overlooked. However, Haas F1 Team driver Nico Hulkenberg believes that Gasly is one of the most underrated drivers on the grid. Despite a difficult season with Alpine, Hulkenberg feels that Gasly has shown incredible talent and skill.
Hulkenberg’s assessment places Gasly above some of the most highly regarded drivers in the sport, including Lando Norris and Lewis Hamilton. This is high praise for Gasly, who has faced criticism in the past.
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In Formula One, there is no shortage of talent. However, one driver who often flies under the radar is Pierre Gasly. Despite a tough season with Alpine in 2022, Haas F1 Team driver Nico Hulkenberg believes Gasly deserves more recognition. Hulkenberg places Gasly alongside the likes of world champion Max Verstappen and veteran Fernando Alonso as one of the top three drivers from the previous season.
While Gasly’s results may not have been as strong as some of his more high-profile rivals, Hulkenberg is quick to point out that he was up against a difficult car.
When comparing Gasly to other top drivers, it’s clear that Hulkenberg sees something special in him. Not only does he rate him above Lando Norris and Lewis Hamilton, but he also believes Gasly is a better driver.
Nico Hulkenberg: Gasly is very quick
“With Pierre [Gasly] you underestimate the fact that he has had a team change and is at a very good level straight away,” Hulkenberg told Motorsport-Magazin.
“Most drivers, and I speak from experience, need time to get everything running smoothly with the car and the team.
“That usually takes time and he was at Esteban’s [Ocon] level straight away and often even ahead of it in qualifying. I see this as a strong performance.”
