It’s Official. Sebastian Vettel is leaving Ferrari at the end of this season. After weeks and months of speculation, Ferrari finally put an end to rumors by releasing an official statement on Vettel’s release. More importantly, the 4 times World Champion reflected on his release and opened up on his future plans. Suffice it to say, Seb’s statements were a bit emotional but also an eye-opener at the same time.

Ferrari and Sebastian Vettel part ways

After 6 memorable seasons in red, Vettel’s boyhood dream of driving for Ferrari finally concludes. The German couldn’t bring home Championship glory back to Maranello but he can certainly hold his head high. The 4 times World Champion joined Ferrari at a time when the team was at its lowest and helped rebuild the Scuderia.

The German reflected on his release with a few remarks on Ferrari his time with the Scuderia.

Seb thanks the fans and drops a hint

“My relationship with Scuderia Ferrari will finish at the end of 2020. In order to get the best possible results in this sport, it’s vital for all parties to work in perfect harmony. The team and I have realized that there is no longer a common desire to stay together beyond the end of this season. Financial matters have played no part in this joint decision. That’s not the way I think when it comes to making certain choices and it never will be.

What’s been happening in these past few months has led many of us to reflect on what are our real priorities in life. One needs to use one’s imagination and to adopt a new approach to a situation that has changed. I myself will take the time I need to reflect on what really matters when it comes to my future.

Scuderia Ferrari occupies a special place in Formula 1 and I hope it gets all the success it deserves. “Finally, I want to thank the whole Ferrari family and above all its “tifosi” all around the world”

“for the support, they have given me over the years.”

“My immediate goal is to finish my long stint with Ferrari”

“in the hope of sharing some more beautiful moments together,”

“to add to all those we have enjoyed so far” reads Vettel’s statement on Ferrari’s official website.

Seb’s next course of action remains unknown at this time but going by his words, he might just walk away after 2020.

Vettel brought a sense of joy and renewed pride to the Italian team, which fans will sorely miss.