F1 has been partnered with ESPN in the U.S. for the past seven years, signing its most recent deal in 2022, valued at about $90 million per year. The most recent deal expanded the accessibility of F1, with more races airing on the ABC broadcast network, as well as streaming on ESPN+.

Nico Hülkenberg is a German racing driver who holds the Formula One record for the most career starts without a podium finish and wins. Outside of Formula One, he competed in two rounds for Porsche at the 2015 FIA World Endurance Championship and won the 24 Hours of Le Mans on his first attempt. He currently competes for Sauber.