I think Nico has had a hard debut season.
He was sensational in the opening race, and it was at a time in the season when the playing field is tighter in terms of competition.
A lot people under-estimate Mark Webber, and the fact that Nico has been out done by him, by no means translates to Nico having had a rubbish season.
The team have been inundated with troubles, which is not the best environment for a rookie - and at times we know the pace is just not there.
Nico is a definate talent, and given the right environment (he won't get that at Williams) then he will shine. He may never be a World Champion, as the level of competition is going to be immense - but he'll be a race winner in my opinion, and a driver fully deserving of a Grand Prix seat in F1's future.
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