“The Champ Is Back”: Sebastian Vettel’s Return to the Racetrack With F1 Godchild Mick Schumacher Leaves Fans Wiping a Tear

“But Here comes Sebastian Vettel!” It’s been a while since we heard this iconic commentary about the German legend in his full glory. Sebastian Vettel had hoped that his stint at Aston Martin in 2021-22 would set up the foundation for his final triumph in F1. Although, it rather became an epilogue to a momentous career that felt too soon. Still, Vettel hung his racing boots up in Abu Dhabi last year, with a minute hope of a return to the racetrack. Guess what, Seb’s back and along with F1 Godchild Mick Schumacher at ROC Sweden!

Back in 2019, Seb partnered with Mick at the ROC Mexico. Now that both of them are not racing in F1 (for the time being), they have once again joined hands to take part in the 32nd edition of the ROC in Sweden. ROC Sweden tweeted to show Vettel and Schumacher driving out their car number 5 on the track.

The Race of Champions (ROC) has been a prestigious event in motorsport that involves racers from all disciplines. Be it F1, IndyCar, Rallying, NASCAR, or Touring cars. Drivers across countries and disciplines participate every year. Vettel has been a regular participant in the last few runnings of the ROC. The 2023 ROC will be run on January 28th and 29th.

Meanwhile, several other drivers from the F1 world are also part of the 2023 ROC. Valtteri Bottas and 2-time champion Mika Hakkinen are representing Team Finland. David Coulthard and W Series champ Jamie Chadwick represent Team Great Britain. While Brazilian F2 talent Felipe Drugovich is in the Team All-Stars with Rally driver Thierry Neuville.

Yet, Many fans have picked their sides and some are rooting for Vettel and Schumacher, representing Germany. Some back them to even winning the Champions Cup this year. While the Nordic countries’ teams look favorite to take the Nations Cup at ROC Sweden. Regardless, just seeing Seb and Mick partnering has left fans wiping their tears.

Fans are Emotional but Happy on seeing Sebastian Vettel and Mick Schumacher at ROC Sweden

Twitter has been trending about ROC Sweden and so many F1 stars participated this year. But, Sebastian Vettel and Mick Schumacher’s pairing may be getting the most love and support from fans, looking at current trends and reactions.

Fans always have loved to see the mentor-mentee relationship and bonding between Vettel and Mick. With Seb’s godfather being Michael Schumacher, Mick’s father, the connection runs deeper and stronger for either of them. Likewise, Mick has been a godchild to Seb, who always roots for the young German’s progress in motorsport.

Every F1 fan would love to see some magic from Vettel at the 2023 ROC in his usual car number 5. Certainly, it won’t be easy with several string contenders in the field. But this is also a time to enjoy a great race with Mick as it is a rare occasion that they are racing together as teammates.

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Last year at the 2022 ROC, Sebastien Loeb beat Vettel narrowly to become Champion of Champions. While Loeb is back again with Team France, Vettel would love to edge him out this time.

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Fans would love to catch glimpses of Sebastian Vettel from time to time in such events. Although, the more exciting thing would be to see both Vettel and Mick make a comeback to F1. While Seb has said he has retired permanently, we never know. One day, he may feel to make a blockbuster return.