Sebastian Vettel announces his retirement

Sebastian Vettel announced his retirement.

The four-time Formula 1 world champion Sebastian Vettel has chosen to hang up his helmet, racing shoes and steering wheel at the end of the current season.

The 35-year-old German said he wanted to thank everyone, especially the fans, and explains his decision while confirming the rumors.

« The decision to retire has been a difficult one for me to take, and I have spent a lot of time thinking about it. At the end of the year I want to take some more time to reflect on what I will focus on next; it is very clear to me that, being a father, I want to spend more time with my family. » he said via his statement.

BREAKING: Sebastian Vettel has announced he will retire from F1 at the end of the 2022 season

4 world titles
53 race wins
122 podiums
1 phenomenal career#ThankYouSeb pic.twitter.com/K8BVXI6IAx

— Formula 1 (@F1) July 28, 2022

Vettel has four world championship titles with the Red Bull team (2010, 2011, 2012 and 2013).

Vettel also got 53 wins and 122 podiums.