Sebastian Vettel has decided to draw the curtain on his glorious career at the end of the 2022 season. The German has seen the wishes pour in from the F1 world congratulating him for a fabulous career and wishing him the best for his life after F1.
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With every wish, people have shared a fond memory of the driver. Vettel’s former teammate Gino Rosato took to Instagram and shared a touching message and story about the driver.
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Rosato wrote, “I saw him give an old man 100$ in Mexico as he was cleaning team toilets all day , he never intended for me to see , but I never forgot such a gesture to help this man !!God bless you brother !! Will all miss you and thank you for all those good times we had together.”
Right above this, Rosato also wrote, “Always Remember this kid [Sebastian Vettel], that came to Ferrari to see Michael Schumacher, He was the world’s new phenomenon at such a young age , already a star, He would go on and win four world championships ! He will go down as one of the greats.”
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There have been plenty of others sharing their stories about the driver on social media.
Wishes pour in for 4-time World Champion Sebastian Vettel after his retirement announcement
Sebastian Vettel has seen tremendous highs in his career; winning 4 consecutive world titles with Red Bull from 2010 to 2013. The driver also has 53 wins and 122 podiums to his name. However, after 16 years in the sport, Vettel has decided that this season will be his last.
He took to social media to break this news to the fans and since then social media has been going berserk wishing him. His fellow drivers have all shared messages for the German legend.
Seb, it’s been an honour to call you a competitor and an ever greater honour to call you my friend. Leaving this sport better than you found it is always the goal. I have no doubt that whatever comes next for you will be exciting, meaningful, and rewarding. Love you, man. pic.twitter.com/eHVmOpov2m
— Lewis Hamilton (@LewisHamilton) July 28, 2022
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His rivals and former teammates all sharing touching messages for the German.
Congratulations Seb on an amazing career! One of the rivals I most respected – an absolute legend of the sport. 4 titles is a massive achievement and well deserved.
All the best for the future!— Nico Rosberg (@NicoRosberg) July 28, 2022
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The fans have also been sharing their reactions to the news.
The grid will never be the same without Sebastian Vettel
What a legend.
— Matt Gallagher (@MattyWTF1) July 28, 2022
I feel so grateful & lucky that I was able to witness every single step of this wonderful man's journey in F1 since 2006. Since I was 12 years old till now, so many life memories are connected to Seb. Couldn't have asked for a better role model, while growing up.
Danke Sebby ♥️
— Sebastian Vettel Fan Page (@sebvettelnews) July 28, 2022
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“sebastian vettel announced his retirement at the end of the 2022 season” pic.twitter.com/t63DveFWUM
— mathilde (@adehilmt) July 28, 2022
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However, for the time being, Sebastian Vettel will be focused on the remainder of the season, hoping to finish strong. The sport will miss the legend come the end of the season.
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