After the German Grand Prix, Trampos' board wasn't exactly throwing a party for their win. Instead, they became quieter and more reflective because of Victor's performance. They eventually reached a temporary, tentative consensus to grant Victor a small "reprieve."
Before the race, they were totally sure they wanted him changed, but what unfolded in Berlin changed things. After the race, a few of the directors started to change their minds, subsequently convincing others.
Victor didn't just survive the brutal midfield battle; he handled it better than ever before. Endurance. Strength. And Dexterity. Even though he finished in P11, which is just one spot away from points, the entire context mattered. When you look at his whole race, he didn't look like the "bad rookie" they wanted to get rid of a few months ago.
