Sebastian Vettel Announces Retirement from Formula One
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VIVA – Through his Instagram account, Formula One (F1) driver Sebastian Vettel announced his retirement from F1 at the end of 2022. It is known, Vettel did not has a social media account and suddenly created an Instagram account to announce the decision on July 28, 2022.
Within a few hours, the number of his followers had already reached more than 500 thousand. Vettel's first upload of video reels came as a surprise as he announced he will leave F1 at the end of 2022.
“I hereby announce my retirement from Formula One by the end of the 2022 season.” Sebastian Vettel said.
In this video, Vettel also thanks people and explains the reasons for his decision.
“Probably I should start with a long list of people to thank now but I feel it is more important to explain the reasons behind my decision,” Vettel added.
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Vettel said that being a racer was the path he had chosen, but he also had other paths. Being a racer is also not the only identity he has.
“I love this sport. It has been central to my life since I can remember. But as much as there is life on track, there is my life off track too. Being a racing driver has never been my sole identity.” Vettel explained.
Sebastian also explained that he had started a family and he liked being around them and he also said that Formula One comes with lots of time and takes a lot of energy.
“Next to racing, I have grown a family and I love being around them. I have grown other interests outside Formula 1. My passion for racing and Formula 1 comes with lots of time spent away from them and takes a lot of energy.” Sebastian Vettel said.
“Committing to my passion the way I did and the way I think it is right. Does no longer go side by side with my wish to be a great father and husband. The energy it takes to become one with the car and the team to chase perfection takes focus and commitment.” Sebastian Vettel added.
According to him, his goal has changed from winning races to caring for and helping his children grow.
"My goals have shifted from winning races and fighting for championships to seeing my children grow, passing on my values, helping them up when they fall, listening to them when they need me, not having to say goodbye, and most importantly, being able to learn from them and let them inspire me." Vettel explained.
That's the biggest reason that Sebastian Vettel has to step down as a Formula One driver at the end of the year.
Sebastian Vettel is known to be a father of three children and husband to a wonderful wife.
Vettel has also won four world titles with Red Bull in 2010-2013 and also spent six seasons with Ferrari. During his career, Vettel bagged 53 race wins and 122 podiums.
