“Aston Martin made a mistake when he signed him”: The former boss of the F1 team throws Sebastian Vettel shadow

The 2021 F1 season has a lot going for it, although Mercedes dominance is likely to outweigh it. Fans eagerly await to see the renamed Aston Martin and Alpine F1 in the paddock. And more importantly, their drivers Fernando Alonso and Sebastian Vettel.

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While Alonso is returning after a two-year sabbatical, Vettel will have a fresh start after his hot stay at Ferrari. On the surface, Vettel’s signature looks like a Lawrence Stroll masterpiece. He has a wealth of experience as a 4-time world champion.

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However, a certain enigmatic Briton is not so convinced. And the person in question is none other than Eddie Jordan, whose sharp tongue supports his blunt nature. He even suggested that the 007 brand made a serious mistake.

“I like him (Vettel) a lot, but I think Aston Martin made a mistake when he signed him. The last two years against Leclerc at Ferrari have been pathetic.

I don’t know why he looked so bad; He won four world titles. But I think it’s above the zenith. In any case, I would have kept Perez, ”said Jordan.

Aston Martin’s loss is Red Bull’s win

Although he is not sold on Vettel, he does not shrink from his fandom by Sergio Perez. The Mexican will be behind the wheels of Red Bull next season. And that, says Jordan, is the right call from Christian Horner & Co.

Formula 1 F1 – Sakhir Grand Prix – Bahrain International Circuit, Sakhir, Bahrain – Sergio Perez from Racing Point celebrates with the Mexican flag on the podium after winning the racing pool via REUTERS / Giuseppe Cacace

“Perez is a great driver who, especially in the race, will do what Red Bull expects of him: to be close enough to Max to be able to put pressure on Mercedes with two cars. His predecessor Alex Albon never made it. “

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Is Jordan right with Sebastian Vettel?

Go big or go home. This is the approach that makes anyone with big dreams successful. And F1 is no different. While signing Vettel carries some risk, the return is even higher.

LE CASTELLET, FRANCE – JUNE 22: Owner of Racing Point Lawrence Stroll and Otmar Szafnauer, Team Principal and Chief Executive Officer of Racing Point, walk in the paddock before the final practice session for the F1 Grand Prix of France at Circuit Paul Ricard in Le Castellet , France. (Photo by Charles Coates / Getty Images)

Aston Martin strives to be at the forefront of F1. With Vettel in the corner, he will not only improve the performance on the track through his speed, but also contribute to the general development of the car. Not to forget the marketing potential and the fan base he brings with him.

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