Overview
- Bortoleto held a 12–11 edge in qualifying when counting sessions both drivers set times, with Brazil’s no‑time scenario making the overall tally a draw.
- The 21‑year‑old scored 19 points and five top‑10 finishes, highlighted by sixth in Hungary after limited pre‑season running.
- Hulkenberg outscored his team‑mate by 32 points and claimed his maiden Formula 1 podium at Silverstone.
- The pair’s collaboration, including data sharing and feedback on driving inputs and techniques, led Hulkenberg to say he learned from the rookie.
- Their combined output produced Sauber’s strongest points haul since 2012, though the team placed ninth in the championship.