You have to really want to get to the far end of the Silverstone paddock, as there is not a need to wander down that far unless you have a reason – especially in the rain. But on Sunday evening after a wet British Grand Prix, it was the only place to be as Sauber filled its hospitality unit with music, champagne and celebrations.
Nico Hulkenberg, at the 239th time of asking, had finally achieved his first-ever Formula 1 podium, having driven a perfect race from the back row of the grid. There was no doubting the 37-year-old was the deserved centre of attention; every member of the Sauber team wanted a picture with the German and his LEGO podium trophy.
