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Sebastian VettelThe youngest racing driver to win a Formula 1 Grand Prix
Date of Birth: 03.07.1987
Country:  Germany |
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Biography of Sebastian Vettel
Sebastian Vettel, the youngest Formula 1 driver to win a Grand Prix, has had an illustrious career in the world of motorsport. He has participated in the Race of Champions seven times, representing Team Germany alongside Michael Schumacher and Nico Hulkenberg. Vettel and Schumacher consistently won the Nations Cup, showcasing their exceptional skills on the track. Vettel has triumphed over champions such as Kovalainen, Gronholm, Loeb, and Coulthard, and in 2015, he claimed the title of Champion of Champions himself.
Early Career
Vettel began his racing career in 1995 when he competed in the Junior Karting Championship in Monaco, where he secured first place. In 2003, he emerged victorious in the German Formula BMW Championship. The year 2005 marked his debut in the Euroseries Formula 3, racing for ASL Mucke Motorsport. Despite finishing fifth in the season, Vettel faced tough competition from Lewis Hamilton, who dominated the podium at the time.
Formula 1 Journey
In 2007, Vettel continued his racing endeavors in the World Series by Renault and led the championship before making his Formula 1 debut. During the 2007 Canadian Grand Prix, Vettel replaced one of the BMW drivers due to an injury and finished seventh. From the Hungarian Grand Prix onwards, he became a permanent driver for Toro Rosso.
The start of the 2008 Formula 1 season proved challenging for Vettel, as he failed to finish in any of the first four races. However, in the Italian Grand Prix, he secured his first pole position, making him the youngest driver to achieve this milestone in Formula 1 history. In 2009, Vettel joined the Red Bull Racing team, replacing David Coulthard. He encountered early setbacks, but managed to secure his first victory at the Chinese Grand Prix.
Championship Success
The years 2011 and 2012 witnessed intense battles between Vettel and Fernando Alonso. While Vettel initially faced some setbacks, he made a comeback towards the end of the seasons, ultimately snatching victory from his opponent's grasp. 2013 saw a fiercely contested championship, with Vettel going head to head with Alonso, Hamilton, and Raikkonen. After the summer break, Vettel secured nine consecutive wins, clinching the championship once again in dramatic fashion.
In 2014, Vettel struggled to contend with the dominant Mercedes team, and technical issues hampered his performance. Consequently, he decided to leave Red Bull Racing and signed a three-year contract with Ferrari. With Ferrari, Vettel competed alongside his teammate Kimi Raikkonen from 2015 onwards.
In 2018, Vettel began the season with a victory at the Australian Grand Prix and went on to secure pole positions in China and Azerbaijan. However, various incidents and mistakes throughout the season saw him lose ground in the championship battle.
Later Years
In 2019, Vettel achieved nine podium finishes but secured only one victory in the Singapore Grand Prix. The 2020 season was delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and it was announced that it would be Vettel's final season with Ferrari. Despite his remarkable career, Vettel is known for his active lifestyle, enjoying activities such as hiking, badminton, and snowboarding. However, he also has a weakness for sweets.
