In 2015 Sebastian Vettel was brought to Ferrari, where he wanted to follow in the footsteps of his idol Michael Schumacher. The German was the absolute leader of the Italians and sometimes even the only challenger to Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton, but the relationship between Vettel and the team management has slowly but surely cooled down over the past year and a half.
Even before the current season had started, he was told that there would be no more room for him at the Scuderia from 2021. To make matters worse, the Italian team built a mediocre car, which the German has the greatest difficulty with. This season is therefore disappointing for Vettel, who is not yet assured of a future in the sport after 2020.
His competitors in the paddock, however, still believe in the Ferrari driver’s ability. Companion of generations Lewis Hamilton has it with Vettel, he tells opposite, among others RacingNews365.
“I’ve looked back a few races and seen how difficult Vettel has had. I can only sympathize with him and try to understand his situation. It can never feel good to be told by your team that you are no longer wanted,” but then you still have to keep going. You just want to be able to give your whole heart. “
“To Seb, however, he keeps pushing and helping the team. It shows what a great character he has and how dedicated he still is. I hope that something positive will come his way in the future,” he said. the six-time world champion.
Former teammate Daniel Ricciardo also notices that things are going a bit less with Vettel at the moment, but he is sure that the German will come out stronger from the situation. “Seb is very passionate. He loves the sport and he is really not a person who will throw a hat at it when the going gets tough.”
“He is someone who will analyze everything and thus knows how to find the answer and improve the situation. He does not run away from problems, he thinks the sport is too important for that. I therefore expect him to come out stronger from this situation. not only enjoyed being his teammate, but I certainly enjoy racing against him. If he believes he can still compete at the highest level, then he should be 100 percent sure, that would be fine are for sport. “
With the cooperation of Dieter Rencken.
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