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Former Haas team principal Guenther Steiner has backed Kimi Antonelli to surpass Sebastian Vettel's four Formula 1 world titles Former Haas Formula 1 team principal Guenther Steiner believes Kimi Antonelli will go on to have a more successful F1 career than four-time champion Sebastian Vettel.

Formula One News / Motorsport / October 29

Sebastian Vettel reveals why BMW didn't want him – but Red Bull did

BMW had already promised Sebastian Vettel a Formula 1 seat, but it never materialised. Now the four-time world champion explains what happened Sebastian

Formula One News / F1 Oversteer / October 29

Daniel Ricciardo says people ‘forget’ just how good his ‘off the radar’ F1 rival really was

Daniel Ricciardo raced against some of Formula 1’s greatest ever drivers during his 13-year stint in the sport. It’s a testament to Ricciardo’s longevity that, when he made his F1 debut in 2011, Michael Schumacher was still racing at Mercedes.

Formula One News / F1 Oversteer / October 27

Sebastian Vettel agrees with Lewis Hamilton about why Ferrari haven’t been winning titles

Ferrari’s F1 title drought is about to reach 18 years, with Mercedes closing in on both world championships. Kimi Antonelli only needs to finish ninth at the Mexico City Grand Prix this weekend to be crowned champion, and Mercedes also have their first chance to seal constructors’ glory.

Formula One News / AutoRacing1.com / October 24

Formula 1 News: Vettel admits Ricciardo helped trigger Red Bull exit

(GMM) Sebastian Vettel (pictured) has admitted for the first time that Daniel Ricciardo’s arrival at Red Bull played a major role in his decision to leave for Ferrari.

Formula One News / Motorsport / October 23

Kimi Antonelli reacts to prospect of breaking Sebastian Vettel's F1 record

Kimi Antonelli admits he cannot remember Sebastian Vettel becoming F1's youngest champion as he approaches the possibility of breaking the record Kimi

Lewis Hamilton Credits 'Similar Backgrounds' for His Lasting Bond With Sebastian Vettel in 'Becoming Sebastian Vettel'

Lewis Hamilton has finally opened up about what has kept his bond with Sebastian Vettel so strong over the years. From fierce rivals on the Formula 1 circuit to two of the sport’s most respected figures, the pair have come a long way.

Formula One News / F1 Oversteer / October 21

Christian Horner claims Sebastian Vettel agrees on if Max Verstappen is Red Bull's greatest driver

Red Bull won eight Drivers’ Championships under Christian Horner’s leadership with those honours split between Sebastian Vettel and Max Verstappen. Christian Horner was on the pit wall for Sebastian Vettel’s four consecutive titles between 2010-2013 and then for Max Verstappen’s four championships between 2021-2024.

Formula One News / RFKRacingDigest / September 21

'Things we love'- Sebastian Vettel advises F1 on future upgrades

Formula 1 is constantly evolving, with changes designed to keep the sport exciting for both drivers and fans. But finding the right balance between innovation and what makes F1 special remains key.

Formula One News / Motorsport / September 20

Sebastian Vettel weighs in on F1 2026 rules debate: 'We need to combine things we love'

Sebastian Vettel issues his verdict on F1's much-discussed 2026 regulations after driving Michael Schumacher's 2002 Ferrari in Monza Four-time world champion Sebastian Vettel believes Formula 1 has the technology to pair its sustainability goals with an exciting on-track product.

Formula One News / Motorsport / September 16

Sebastian Vettel: “I’d be very happy” for Kimi Antonelli to beat me as F1’s youngest champion

As Antonelli inches towards a maiden world title, Vettel expects his record to be beaten – and is glad about it Sebastian Vettel says he will be “very happy” for Kimi Antonelli to beat his record as Formula 1’s youngest world champion.

Formula One News / Athlon Sports / September 15

Valtteri Bottas, Sebastian Vettel Make Racing Career Move Outside F1

Formula 1’s Valtteri Bottas and Sebastian Vettel are set to compete at the Race of Champions’ first-ever event in New Zealand, the official X handle of ROC announced on Tuesday.

Formula One News / Motorsport / September 15

F1 world champion among drivers for Race Of Champions’ first New Zealand event

The first four drivers for the 2027 ROC have been announced The Race Of Champions has announced the first four drivers for its inaugural New Zealand event, taking place at Wellington’s Hnry Stadium on 9-10 January 2027.

Formula One News / HITC / March 14

Kimi Antonelli breaks Sebastian Vettel’s 18-year F1 record in Chinese GP qualifying

Kimi Antonelli has etched his name into Formula 1 history after producing a stunning qualifying performance at the Chinese Grand Prix. The teenage Mercedes driver delivered one of the standout laps of the 2026 season in Shanghai.

Formula One News / HITC / January 27

How McLaren missed a chance to sign Sebastian Vettel before he won his Formula 1 world titles

The Sebastian Vettel era was the first prolonged spell of dominance that Formula 1 had encountered since the Michael Schumacher days when he joined Red Bull.

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Formula One News / HITC / January 20

Why Sebastian Vettel once chose to sell three of the most special Ferrari cars in history

Formula 1 drivers generally do their jobs because they love cars. Away from the track, that means they can own some incredible pieces of four-wheeled art.

Formula One News / Athlon Sports / November 27

Sebastian Vettel Tells Lewis Hamilton the Key to Ferrari Success

Sebastian Vettel, a four-time F1 world champion, opened up on his time at Ferrari and the lessons he learned about the importance of language and culture

Formula One News / HITC / November 26

Sebastian Vettel pinpoints the moment he lost his 'ultimate' edge in Formula 1

It has been three years since Sebastian Vettel retired from Formula 1, and it doesn’t look as though a return seems likely. Unlike his hero, Michael Schumacher, it seems that he is content with life away from the pinnacle of motorsport.

Formula One News / The SportsRush / April 24, 2025

Sebastian Vettel Highlights 'Courage' as the Key to Increasing Women’s Participation in Motorsport

Despite hanging up his racing helmet at the end of the 2022 season, Sebastian Vettel has still remained a key figure in the F1 paddock. The four-time world champion is continuing to leave a legacy of social change that became a trademark of his towards the end of his racing career.

Formula One News / Grand Prix On SI / February 14, 2025

Sebastian Vettel Connected to F1 Seat but Rejected by Insider

Four-time champion Sebastian Vettel was recently connected with a possible return to the sport. However, he faced rejection as it Helmut Marko didn't allow it.

Formula One News / Grand Prix On SI / November 12, 2024

F1 News: Sebastian Vettel Tipped For Racing Return With German Automaker

Former Formula 1 champion Sebastian Vettel has been linked to a racing return with Porsche for the 2025 Le Mans 24 Hours. The former Aston Martin driver participated in a 36-hour endurance test with the German automaker in March at Motorland Aragon in Spain, as it assessed potential drivers for its third car entry.

Formula One News / Grand Prix On SI / September 6, 2024

F1 Rumor: Sebastian Vettel Tipped For F1 Return After Massive Support From Team CEO

Former Formula 1 driver Sebastian Vettel, who retired from the sport after the 2022 season, has been closely linked to a future seat with the Sauber F1 team that is currently transforming to become the Audi Works team by 2026.

Formula One News / Yardbarker / May 17, 2024

Lightning speed and heavy history: What to expect at F1's 2024 Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix

Formula 1 returns from its two-week absence on Sunday with a perennial favorite: the Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix at Imola. It's F1's first visit to Imola since 2022.

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Formula One News / Field Level Media / April 3, 2024

4-time champ Sebastian Vettel hints at return to Formula One

Four-time world champion Sebastian Vettel told Sky Sports that he is mulling a return to Formula One in 2025. Vettel, 36, won his championships with Red Bull from 2010-13.

Formula One News / Yardbarker / January 24, 2024

AlphaTauri rebrands to Visa Cash App RB for 2024 season

AlphaTauri — Red Bull's Formula One sister team — has officially rebranded for the 2024 season and beyond.

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Formula One News / Yardbarker / September 21, 2023

'Bee hotels' and a figure-eight turn: What to expect at Japanese Grand Prix

Sebastian Vettel loves it so much that he's based his first post-retirement environmental initiative there. He invited all of the drivers out to the grand opening of his "bee hotels" on Suzuka's second turn.

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Formula One News / Yardbarker / July 28, 2022