Gabriel Bortoleto Tests Audi Nuvolari Supercar Ahead of Monaco GP

Gabriel Bortoleto and Nico Hulkenberg took a break from their Formula 1 preparations to test the Audi Nuvolari supercar in Monaco.

What happened?

The two Audi F1 drivers put the highly anticipated supercar through its paces, with Hulkenberg praising its overall package and Bortoleto impressed by its clean and predictable handling.

Why it matters for Gabriel Bortoleto

Bortoleto, who currently sits 15th in the drivers' standings, got a chance to experience the Audi Nuvolari's 4.0-litre biturbo V8 engine, which produces 1001 PS and can reach a top speed of over 350 km/h.

The Audi Nuvolari can accelerate from 0-100 km/h in just 2.6 seconds and reaches 200 km/h in 6.8 seconds.

What comes next?

Bortoleto and Hulkenberg will return to their Formula 1 duties, with the 2026 Monaco Grand Prix taking place soon. Bortoleto qualified 16th for the event, while Hulkenberg qualified 13th.

Audi, which joined the grid as a works team in 2026, is ninth in the constructors' standings. The team has added yellow accents to its R26 as a tribute to Tazio Nuvolari, the pre-war racing legend after whom the supercar is named.

Bortoleto and Hulkenberg's test drive of the Audi Nuvolari supercar was a unique experience for the two drivers, who normally focus on their Formula 1 duties.

The Audi Nuvolari's performance and drivability impressed both drivers, with Bortoleto noting its neutral and precise balance.

On the 2026 Monaco Grand Prix, Bortoleto will look to improve his standings, currently sitting 15th in the drivers' standings.

The event will be a challenging one for Bortoleto and Hulkenberg, but their experience with the Audi Nuvolari supercar will likely give them an edge on the track.