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F1 drivers these days are some of the highest-paid athletes in the world. The best drivers on the grid command salaries in the $10s of millions. Speaking of best drivers, according to celebritynetworth.com, Sebastian Vettel has a net worth of $140M. And his current contract at Aston sees him collect $15M a year. Hence, he surely got money to spend.

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If one has money to spend what better place to do it than Las Vegas? Who knows we might even see some drivers hit the tables after the newly announced race?

Sebastian Vettel in a casino?

Sebastian Vettel is one of the most successful drivers in the world. The 4-time world champion has done quite well for himself over the years. Recently there has been a clip doing the rounds on the internet where Vettel can be seen reacting to the announcement of the Las Vegas GP.

In the video, Vettel says, “I’m sure that some drivers will spend some money in the casino.” He then cheekily added, “And maybe try to earn it back on Sunday”.

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The Las Vegas Grand Prix has been announced starting from 2023. Aside from being the newest GP on the calendar, it will be one of the 3 races in the USA, alongside Miami and Austin.

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Who knows, Sebastian might even spend some money himself? What other drivers do you think might try their luck at the casinos in Las Vegas?

Aston Martin in 2022

The new era re-generated its 2021 hype for the team but has been massively underwhelming once again. Moreover, they have missed driver Sebastian Vettel in the opening 2 rounds through Covid.

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Nico Hulkenberg has been drafted in as the replacement. However, he and Lance Stroll failed to bag any points in both their outings. The car itself looks off the pace. Although the next race in Australia will see the return of Sebastian Vettel. Maybe he could manage to get Aston Martin their first points of the 2022 season. How do you think Aston Martin’s season will unfold?