Aug.11 (GMM) Sebastian Vettel has firmly closed the door on returning to Formula 1 as a driver – but is still open to other roles in the sport.
Speaking to ZDF Sportstudio alongside members of the Germany SailGP team he co-owns, the four-time world champion said: “The kids are incredibly fun at home, the tractor has to be steered. But who knows.”
Asked directly about F1, Vettel replied: “No. Not as a driver – that time is over.
“But perhaps taking on one or two roles is absolutely conceivable.” For now, though, the 38-year-old insists he is “really happy and has enough to do.”
Vettel had been linked earlier this year with a possible non-driving return to Red Bull – potentially replacing Dr Helmut Marko. But with Christian Horner’s departure, Marko’s position appears secure and the rumour has cooled.
Vettel’s latest “who knows” remark refers to a possible part-time return to racing outside F1. Vettel tested a Porsche 963 last year amid speculation about potential Le Mans entry, but nothing concrete emerged.
“I drove a car like that once because I was interested in it,” the German explained. “It was fun, but nothing more has happened so far. But I still have a bit of time.”
For now, Vettel’s competitive focus is partly on the water – through his SailGP involvement – and partly at home. “I have enough on my plate,” he smiled.
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