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Perez: Ocon replaces 'one of the best' in Hulkenberg
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Sergio Perez believes Esteban Ocon has big shoes to fill at Force India, describing Nico Hulkenberg as "one of the best" drivers in F1. Hulkenberg made the decision to join Renault over the winter, being released from his Force India contract a year early after three seasons alongside Perez. Mercedes youngster Ocon was signed as Hulkenberg's replacement and Perez believes the Frenchman has the potential to be a success but says he will be following a top quality driver. "I think Nico is one of the best ones out there," Perez said. "It was very difficult to beat him this year and last year… it has been very competitive between us and we push...
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