Hulkenberg tempted but turned down Lotus drive due to risk factor 14 November, 2013 Nico Hulkenberg Speaking to media in Austin, Nico Hulkenberg revealed just how close he came to becoming a Lotus driver for the final two races of the 2013 season. He has opted not to take the risk of filling Kimi Raikkonen's cockpit and stick with Sauber instead. Hulkenberg explained, 'Of course it was attractive and sounds attractive from the outside, but on the other hand it was only for the last two races which brings some risk with it. I think you have to see the bigger picture beyond after two races what can happen there and that is why we came up with this decision.' 'If I had stepped in there I...
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