Sebastian Vettel is currently undeniably one of the most respected drivers for his off-track actions. But that wasn’t necessarily the case in 2020. His remarks on the track were barely noticeable in his farewell Ferrari season.
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Despite the battle-related campaign in the background, Aston Martin longed to add Vettel to their team in 2021. As a result, Aston Martin’s motivation to sign a driver who signed in the fall of his career has been heavily challenged. But how wrong have they proven the critics!
Aston Martins team boss Otmar Szafnauer spoke openly about the effect of Vettel on the entire team. As a four-time world champion, Vettel has a desire to get the team to dream bigger and possibly aim for the title.
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What did the Aston Martin boss say?
Otmar pointed to Vettel’s champion stance, which will help the team develop the challenger in 2021 much more than they had imagined.
“Seb is just awesome. He brings this very special attitude of a GP winner and world champion with him, ”said Szafnauer according to Speed Week.
“We’re talking about a pilot who leaves no stone unturned when it comes to working methods to make his car faster. He is instrumental in bringing us to a higher level. “
Formula 1 F1 – Austrian Grand Prix – Red Bull Ring, Spielberg, Styria, Austria – Aston Martins Sebastian Vettel before the race pool via REUTERS / Christian Bruna
Aston Martin are definitely not the fastest midfield team on the track this season. However, the clear tempo deficit could not slow Vettel, who secured two podium places this season, although it is one on paper.
Therefore, it cannot be denied that the German has already worked a lot in the team not only as a driver, but also as an engineer.
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Szafnauer revealed that Vettel has made a major contribution to improving the driving behavior of the Mercedes engine. “His vast experience in handling Formula 1 engines has also led the Mercedes people to new insights into the drivability of a drive,” he said.
“When an engine becomes drivable, it increases pilots’ confidence and makes them faster. Seb has also been very concerned with ergonomics. So with all the controls in the cockpit, starting with the steering wheel. “
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Formula 1 F1 – Hungarian Grand Prix – Hungaroring, Budapest, Hungary – Aston Martins Sebastian Vettel celebrates with team members after the second pool over REUTERS / Florion Goga
Overall, Vettel has certainly regained his confidence after hitting a career low at Ferrari last season. Additionally, despite Aston Martin’s early problems, Vettel is still on track to sign in the top 10 for the 2021 season.
So can the German deliver a strong performance in the remaining 12 races to end the season with a climax? Well, we’ll know in time.
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