DRIVER OF THE DAY: Hulkenberg gets your nod after epic run to first podium
There was one clear winner this time out, as one man scored the result of his career

Few would argue with this one. At the 239th time of asking, Nico Hulkenberg used his immense Formula 1 experience to come through all the ever-changing Silverstone weather could throw at him to finally score his maiden F1 podium, despite starting just 19th on the grid for the unfancied Kick Sauber team. An immense drive and one that you clearly appreciated. Here’s how the voting broke down…
Nico Hulkenberg - 49%
Lewis Hamilton - 11.5%
Lando Norris - 8.6%
Max Verstappen - 5.9%
Lance Stroll - 5.8%

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