OCTOBER 27, 2017

Hulkenberg has no problem with fast teammate Sainz

Nico Hulkenberg insists the arrival of his new teammate Carlos Sainz poses him "no problem".

Nico Hulkenberg insists the arrival of his new teammate Carlos Sainz poses him no problem.

Although the German had a less than smooth weekend in Austin, some believe Hulkenberg was outperformed by Sainz as the Spaniard made his Renault debut a week ago.

When asked how his first weekend alongside Sainz went, Hulkenberg answered in Mexico: "Well enough.

"He quickly got used to the team and was immediately able to show good speed."

But when asked if he likes the idea of having a more competitive teammate, after spending most of 2017 alongside Jolyon Palmer, Hulkenberg answered: "Well, it's good.

"No problem.

"As I said, Carlos almost immediately was able to show good speed and he's not only quick but he works a lot -- which is good for us.

"The team always wins when both drivers help the team to move forward," he added.

(GMM)