Nick de Vries, who replaced Alexander Albon at Williams for the Italian Grand Prix at Monza, has been shortlisted by Mercedes to team up with George Russell in place of Lewis Hamilton. The Dutchman impressed in his first career Grand Prix and took 9th place.
At the age of 37, seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton has little chance of winning this year, sitting just sixth overall.
Under these conditions, Mercedes are looking for a replacement for next seasons and Nick de Vries, who impressed at Monza, could be the perfect choice to partner George Russell.
Nick de Vries, a pleasant surprise from Monza, could replace Lewis Hamilton at Mercedes
Like George Russell (who impressed in Bahrain in 2020 when he replaced a Covid-stricken Lewis Hamilton), Nick de Vries took Alexander Albon’s place at Monza.
Albon underwent an emergency operation for appendicitis, he had complications after the operation.
With a Williams single-seater, de Vries put on a show and managed to finish 9th at the Italian Grand Prix in his first career Grand Prix.
According to Express.co.uk, thanks to his performances at Monza, Mercedes are keeping a close eye on Nick de Vries, believing the driver could be the perfect replacement for Lewis Hamilton.
Nick de Vries
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