F1 News: Nico Hulkenberg Confirms Driving Contract For 2024

Nico Hulkenberg has spoken out on his contract for 2024.

Nico Hulkenberg has addressed the news that he is to continue driving for Haas for the 2024 season. 

The team shared the news this morning that both Hulkenberg and his teammate Kevin Magnussen have signed contract extensions for next year. 

The German driver joined Haas at the beginning of the 2023 season and has quickly proven his spot on the team. He currently sits in fourteenth position in the drivers' standings with 9 points and although he has suffered with some bad luck, he has put in some great performances in qualifying. The Canadian qualifying saw Hulkenberg put himself in second position, however, after receiving a penalty he started from fifth. 

After making entering his F1 rookie season in 2010 with Williams, Hulkenberg has driven for multiple teams including Force India, Sauber, and Renault.

Hulkenberg has explained in the press release from the team:

“It’s nice to get things sorted early for next season to just keep the focus on racing and improving performance.

“I enjoy being part of the team and share Gene and Guenther's passion for it. We're competing in a very tight midfield and I’m looking forward to building on what we’ve done together so far and taking that forward into 2024.”

The Haas driver also posted to social media, writing:

"No need to call Gene.

"Hulk x @HaasF1Team x 2024.

"Also happy to continue working alongside @KevinMagnussen!"

No need to call Gene 😉
Hulk x @HaasF1Team x 2024 🤝

Also happy to continue working alongside @KevinMagnussen !#f1 pic.twitter.com/SM24drxXv9

— Nico Hülkenberg (@HulkHulkenberg) August 24, 2023

It has not been confirmed when the new contract extension is due to expire, however, it is assumed it is another one year contract.