F1 Mourns the End of the “Goatifi Era”

The silly season is in full swing, with plenty of drivers still unconfirmed for the 2023 season. The pot initially stirred up by Sebastian Vettel’s shock retirement announcement is still bubbling. Now, almost at the end of the current season, there is plenty of shuffling yet to come, but the future of Nicholas Latifi is confirmed.

Social media confirmation has become the norm and an absolute necessity in recent times. So, as confirmed by all parties, the Canadian will not drive for Williams for the 2023 season.

Confirming his departure on social media, Latifi wrote, “So, I’m parting ways with Williams Racing at the end of the year. Honored to have represented them for the last 3 years. A massive thanks to the whole team – it’s been an incredible journey and I’ve enjoyed every second of it. Determined to end 2022 positively. 6 races left!”

The decision and its timing do not come as a surprise for many. Firstly, in his third season in the premier class, Latifi has only managed seven points in total. Secondly, debutant Nyck de Vries put Latifi to shame at the Italian GP. The debutant pushed Latifi to 21st in the 20-driver standing with his incredible P9 finish at the Italian GP.

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The accumulation of poor performances and an expiring contract all led to Latifi losing out on his Williams seat. De Vries’s powerful performance in the same car did not help his case either. Moreover, the announcement is generating some interesting reactions.

Nicholas Latifi will not drive for Williams for 2023 and the fans cannot fathom the decision

Latifi’s announcement took all F1 fans by surprise to some extent. However, most foresaw the decision after De Vries’ performance. However, there is a section of fans thanking Latifi for his service.

These fans are Red Bull and Verstappen fans mocking Latifi’s crash, which led to the safety car incident at the 2021 Abu Dhabi GP.

However, there’s a completely different section calling Latifi a GOAT (greatest of all time).

Either way, all Formula 1 fans will always remember the Canadian.

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