Aston Martin recently said goodbye to its team boss Otmar Szafnauer, who was with the team for twelve years. With the seat yet to be filled, attention turns to Martin Whitmarsh. The most obvious person up the line, Whitmarsh, is preparing for his new role. However, there could be a storyline between Sebastian Vettel and the rumored team boss.
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In 2010, Sebastian Vettel was on course to win the first of his four championships. However, the road to the crown was not easy. Vettel collided with Jenson Button at the Belgian GP. In an attempt to pass the Australian, Vettel lost control of his Red Bull and rammed it into the side of Button’s McLaren. Although the race was not over for either driver, Button’s race was hit hard.
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In retrospect, Whitmarsh was also keen on the criticism of Vettel. Then Whitmarsh, team principal and CEO of McLaren said: “He makes a habit of colliding with other drivers. Jenson was in a strong position and that not only hurt his World Cup chances, it’s also bad for our team.”
As tensions ran high, he added: “He’s developing. But when you’re fighting for the title, it’s not easy. It affects not only him, but also those around him.”
Now working with a four-time champion would be a different experience for Whitmarsh, who will certainly complain less about his driver. Additionally, Vettel has played a crucial role in helping Aston Martin prepare for a brighter future.
Ex-Aston Martin boss praises Sebastian Vettel on the way out
Vettel had a great debut season with Aston Martin in 2021. So Szafnauer was full of praise for his star driver. “He’s such a man of integrity, he works hard, has a great work ethic and leaves no stone unturned.”
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Szafnauer also revealed that the team also enjoys working with the German. “The engineers like working with him, the mechanics love him as a person. He’s just a real guy. And that goes a long way in life.”
Formula One F1 – Azerbaijan Grand Prix – Baku City Circuit, Baku, Azerbaijan – June 6, 2021 Aston Martin’s Sebastian Vettel celebrates with team members after taking second place in the pool via REUTERS/Maxim Shemetov
Although it took Vettel some time to settle down with his new team after leaving Ferrari, Vettel’s determination showed in the Silverstone team. “His greatest quality as a racer is working tirelessly to get faster and faster.”
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Now Vettel will be working with a new boss who will no doubt reflect Otmar’s views on the driver.
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