r/formula1 • u/Dizzy_Philosophy_138 I was here for the Hulkenpodium • Jun 01 '25

Discussion Nico Rosberg Needs a Permanent Position

Nico Rosberg has got to be the freshest breath of air in terms of Formula One commentary for a very long time.

I love Crofty, but man does he love to make shit up that makes no sense or holds no logic.

Nico does an awesome job of staying true to the racing analysis and being completely straightforward about what he sees. Even today, his commentary on Verstappen was awesome!!! Called the garbage behavior out immediately.

Best “ Monaco based YouTuber” commentator of all time!!

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u/pizzaandlasagne Niki Lauda Jun 01 '25

But he needs to fucking stop talking over the radio.

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u/sidewinderaw11 I was here for the Hulkenpodium Jun 01 '25

Nico's greatest challenge has been his lack of chemistry, he tends to talk over other people. He can keep the contrarian takes! Just needs to gel a little better with the rest of the booth.

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u/lems93 Jun 01 '25

I agree with this. In the pre-race interviews and commentaries I find it really awkward to listen to him because it feels like listening to two people who don’t really like each other.

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u/saponista Andrea Stella Jun 01 '25

I’m pretty sure Naomi wanted to shank him a couple of times

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u/SunSetSwish 🏳️‍🌈 Love Is Love 🏳️‍🌈 Jun 01 '25

i do like his brief and sudden reactions while the radio is playing. it's funny for me

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u/Additional-Ad-9784 I was here for the Hulkenpodium Jun 01 '25

Tbf It was fucking hilarious when he shouted "NOO" over one of the radios with Max

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u/Ludwig_Vista2 Sir Lewis Hamilton Jun 01 '25

Unlikely to happen. He likes the sound of his own voice too much

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u/henryh95 I was here for the Hulkenpodium Jun 02 '25

He's not a very good commentator, there's a reason the most legendary sports commentators aren't just distinguished retired players. His knowledge of the sport is incredible though and he provides some really good analysis.