Audi denies using Bortoleto as a block for Hulkenberg in F1 GP
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 16, 2026, 1:00 AM
Last updated Sep 16, 2026
Allan McNish, Audi's F1 team principal, dismissed suggestions that Gabriel Bortoleto was used strategically to aid Nico Hulkenberg during the F1 Spanish Grand Prix. Bortoleto's delayed pit stop positioned him in a way that inadvertently assisted Hulkenberg, who was competing for points. McNish stated that Audi does not employ blocking tactics seen in other teams. Despite the strategy discussion, Bortoleto expressed uncertainty about any deliberate tactics but acknowledged his role in potentially helping the team secure points. Audi continues to evaluate its performance as it develops its strategies moving forward.
- •Allan McNish played down blocking tactics after F1 Spanish GP.
- •Bortoleto's pit strategy inadvertently helped Hulkenberg.
- •McNish emphasized Audi's commitment to straightforward racing.
- •Bortoleto unsure of any tactical use during the race.
- •Both drivers contributed to Audi securing a point after the event.
- 1:00 AMYahoo Sports — Audi Doesn’t Play Strategy Games of Blocking Like its F1 Rivals
"Allan McNish has played down suggestions that Audi used Gabriel Bortoleto as a block to help Nico Hulkenberg score in F1 Spanish GP. Often we have seen certain teams that use one of their drivers as a block at certain…
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