Vettel, 35, who plays for the Aston Martin team, decided it was time to leave the sport, although there was information recently that he was in talks to extend his contract..

This is stated on the official website of "

Note that Vettel ends his career in the status of a 4-time Formula 1 champion.. All titles won between 2010 and 2013 with the Red Bull team. In his career, Sebastian played not only for the “Reds”. Also competed with Ferrari.

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" At the end of the season, I will think about what I will do next.. Undoubtedly, as a father, I want to spend more time with my family.. But I would not like to say goodbye, but to thank each of you, and last but not least the fans, without whose support Formula 1 would not exist,"

As of July 28, the German pilot has completed 290 races, won 53 victories and placed 122 times on the podium, earning 3,076 points.;

In the 2022 season, Vettel is 14th in the Formula 1 drivers' standings with 15 points.. Red Bull pilot Max Verstappen in the lead;

Vettel still holds the title of the youngest champion in the history of Formula 1. Seb won the championship at 23 years and 134 days ahead of not only Max Verstappen, but also Lewis Hamilton and Fernando Alonso.

We add that Vettel actively supports Ukraine after a full-scale invasion by the Russian Federation. So, the German first painted his helmet blue and yellow.. It also features a dove of peace and the inscription " Later, Sebastian called for financial assistance to Ukraine. As a token of gratitude, Vettel was recently presented with an embroidered shirt.

Earlier it was reported that the pilots of Formula 1, including Vettel and two-time world champion Spaniard Fernando Alonso, held a rally in support of Ukraine.