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1800w"/></div></figure></div></div></div></div><div class="slug_article-parent-section__aFZR5"><div class="slug_scroll-section__trmhU" id="scroll-div"><div class="es-article"><p class="dom-traversal_domPTag__RMrin">The 2018 German Grand Prix is a painful memory for <a class="es-hyperlink-new" href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/sebastian-vettel/" target="_self">Sebastian Vettel</a> fans. Vettel’s crash and heartbreaking team radio, after realizing he’d made an unfixable error, made for a rather bitter sight.</p><div id="scroll-1" style="margin:-1px"></div><p class="dom-traversal_domPTag__RMrin">Just over 2 years on from the crash, previously unfamiliar evidence has come to light which could suggest why Vettel beached his <a class="es-hyperlink-new" href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/f1/ferrari/" target="_self">Ferrari</a> on that fateful day. It’s time to revisit the race at Hockenheim.</p><div id="scroll-2" style="margin:-1px"></div><p class="dom-traversal_domPTag__RMrin">Heading into the <a class="es-hyperlink-new" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2018_German_Grand_Prix" target="_blank">German Grand Prix</a>, Vettel and Ferrari were leading arch-rivals Mercedes in the Championship Standings. Vettel’s main title contender Lewis Hamilton endured a miserable qualifying session and could only muster P14 because of hydraulic problems.</p><div class="adRealEstate_ad-space__6Nh40 ad-space"><p data-article="true">ADVERTISEMENT</p><p>Article continues below this ad</p><div data-background="true" class="adRealEstate_ad-container__3sqcw" id="ads-real-estate-f1-bf1"></div></div><p class="dom-traversal_domPTag__RMrin">The German capitalized on his rival’s misfortunes to clinch a scintillating pole on home soil. Sebastian Vettel was on top of the world and seemed untouchable for the race. However, the rain gods had other ideas.</p><div class="engagement"></div><div class="dom-traversal_domIframeWrapper__TiRu1"><iframe class="dom-traversal_domIframe__ozwEC"></iframe></div><p class="dom-traversal_domPTag__RMrin">Come race day, the heavens opened up shortly after the race began, creating a damp track. Until the rain arrived, Vettel was comfortably leading the pack.</p><p class="dom-traversal_domPTag__RMrin">On lap 52, the 4-time World Champion, in what appeared to be a lapse of concentration, lost control of his Ferrari and careened off onto the gravel trap.</p><p class="dom-traversal_domPTag__RMrin">Vettel’s German Grand Prix was over and his gut-wrenching reaction to the crash over the team radio was telling. Surrounded by thousands of jeering fans, Vettel kept his visor down and walked away, a visibly shaken and disconsolate man.</p><p class="dom-traversal_domPTag__RMrin">But amidst the drama surrounding Vettel’s crash and aftermath, there was one crucial incident that occurred 5 laps before. On lap 46, the German clipped the sausage kerb, destroying a portion of his front wing.</p><p class="dom-traversal_domPTag__RMrin">For those unaware, a damaged front wing creates unbearable understeer and reduces downforce. Having worn slick tires on a damp track with a stricken front wing is a recipe for disaster.</p><div class="adRealEstate_ad-space__6Nh40 ad-space"><p data-article="true">ADVERTISEMENT</p><p>Article continues below this ad</p><div data-background="true" class="adRealEstate_ad-container__3sqcw" id="ads-real-estate-f1-bf2"></div></div><p class="dom-traversal_domPTag__RMrin">Could this be why Sebastian Vettel actually crashed out of his home race?</p><p class="dom-traversal_domPTag__RMrin">It’s impossible to determine now if that was the genuine reason. Furthermore, Vettel never referenced his front wing in the post-race interviews. We may never know if it was a loss of front wing or focus which resulted in his DNF.</p><p class="dom-traversal_domPTag__RMrin">Many believe Vettel’s crash at Hockenheim changed the German’s approach to racing in Formula 1. Some say he is yet to recover from the distressing events that transpired over 2 years ago.</p><div class="adRealEstate_ad-space__6Nh40 ad-space"><p data-article="true">ADVERTISEMENT</p><p>Article continues below this ad</p><div data-background="true" class="adRealEstate_ad-container__3sqcw" id="ads-real-estate-f1-bf3"></div></div><p class="dom-traversal_domPTag__RMrin">This could be partly true, but we have seen glimpses of the old, ruthless Sebastian last year. Given the right car, the Sebastian Vettel of old will surely regain his mojo.</p><p class="dom-traversal_domPTag__RMrin"><strong style="margin:0px;display:initial;font-weight:bold;font-family:var(--secondary-font)">SOURCE-</strong> <a class="es-hyperlink-new" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qUnm2YrTvNM" target="_blank">YouTube.com</a></p><div id="scroll-6"></div></div><div class="slug_read-more-encap__T5Nn0 slug_new-inline-margin___W_q_"></div></div><div class="es-side-relative"></div></div></main><div class="sticky-footer-ad_es-footer-ad__jMx_a"><div class="adRealEstate_ad-space__6Nh40 ad-space"><div data-background="false" class="adRealEstate_ad-container__3sqcw" id="ads-real-estate-f1-sticky_footer" style="width:320px;height:50px"></div></div></div><div id="g_login_container" style="position:absolute;top:10px;right:30px;z-index:1001"></div><div class="footer_es-footer-head__t0ugA"><div class="footer_es-footer-head-wrap__40EP9"><div class="footer_main-footer-div__hvdHX"><div 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While the FIA has repealed its controversial helmet change rule, Vettel would turn up to Grand Prix events with some of the coolest lids on the grid.\r\n\r\nMost recently, his iconic white helmet with German stripes is easily recognizable and has become a classic helmet design on the grid.\r\n\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eREAD MORE-\u003c/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https://www.essentiallysports.com/what-are-the-top-5-helmet-designs-of-sebastian-vettel/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\"\u003eWhat are the Top 5 Helmet Designs of Sebastian Vettel\u003c/a\u003e\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_506733\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"]\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-506733\" src=\"https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/20210107180724/GettyImages-1191221386.jpg\" alt=\"Sebastian Vettel in the Red Team\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1358\" /\u003e ABU DHABI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES - DECEMBER 01: Sebastian Vettel of Germany and Ferrari walks to the drivers parade before the F1 Grand Prix of Abu Dhabi at Yas Marina Circuit on December 01, 2019 in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. (Photo by Mark Thompson/Getty Images)[/caption]\r\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSebastian Vettel: On-track Achievements\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h3\u003e\r\nHis 2008 race victory in Monza and further progress at an early age ensured that he has a lot of records to his name. Sebastian Vettel is the youngest driver to score a pole position, a race victory, a double (pole + race), and a triple (pole + race + fastest lap). His 13 race victories in 2013 and 15 pole positions in 2011, still stand as the highest race victories and pole positions in a season, respectively.\r\n\r\nWhile he holds a long list of accolades in Formula 1, Sebastian Vettel is also one of the wittiest drivers on the grid. His perfectly timed quips and witty jabs during team radio messages and interviews have become a big hit among the fans.\r\n\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eREAD MORE-\u003c/strong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.essentiallysports.com/what-are-the-best-quotes-of-sebastian-vettel/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\"\u003eWhat are the Best Quotes of Sebastian Vettel?\u003c/a\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eSebastian Vettel: Net Worth 2022\u003c/h3\u003e\r\nHis contract with Ferrari in 2020 put his annual \u003ca href=\"https://www.forbes.com/profile/sebastian-vettel/#4373508e53f2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003esalary\u003c/a\u003e to $36.3 million along with bonuses, making him one of the richest drivers on the F1 grid. The length of his contract ran till the end of 2020. He's driven for two very rich teams: Red Bull with their massive budget and Ferrari with their legacy, ensuring his lifetime earnings at \u003ca href=\"https://www.celebritynetworth.com/richest-athletes/race-car-drivers/sebastian-vettel-net-worth/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e$140 million\u003c/a\u003e.\r\n\r\nFurther, he signed a contract with Aston Martin for the 2021 season. The fact that Aston Martin is a mid-field outfit forced Vettel in obliging to a massive pay-cut. The German is reportedly receiving a salary of $15M, without bonuses. Nevertheless, Vettel is still the 5th highest \u003ca href=\"https://www.forbes.com/sites/brettknight/2021/07/22/formula-1-highest-paid-drivers-hamilton-verstappen/?sh=e868db011828\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003epaid\u003c/a\u003e driver on the grid in 2021, just behind his predecessor, Sergio Perez. As of 2022, Vettel will receive a salary of $13M from Aston Martin.\r\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSebastian Vettel: Ferrari journey and contract\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h3\u003e\r\nHowever, his Ferrari stint wasn't nearly as successful. Joining the team in early 2015, Vettel was the guiding light that Ferrari needed after a dismal 2014 season. One could argue that Vettel resurrected Ferrari in the turbo-hybrid era of Formula 1.\r\n\r\nDespite getting off to a positive start, Sebastian's Ferrari journey was full of ups and downs. He endured a difficult season in 2016 - scoring no wins and driving a car that wasn't very competitive.\r\n\r\nHowever, things changed in 2017. The SF70h was more than a match for the Mercedes W08 and for the first time in the turbo-hybrid era, Ferrari could challenge Mercedes for the Championship.\r\n\r\nWhile Ferrari and Vettel made good progress in the first half of 2017, the quest to end Mercedes' domination fizzled in the latter half of the season. Mercedes made a big step up in car development. Furthermore, a series of reliability issues and driver mistakes effectively ended the Scuderia's hopes of Championship that year.\r\n\r\nBut the team went back to the drawing board of developed a monster of a car for the 2018 season. The SF71h seemed destined to put an end to Mercedes's winning streak, but a sequence of driver errors meant it was not to be.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_506721\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"]\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-506721\" src=\"https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/20210107180320/GettyImages-1180720765.jpg\" alt=\"Sebastian Vettel in Scuderia Ferrari\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" /\u003e SUZUKA, JAPAN - OCTOBER 13: Pole position qualifier Sebastian Vettel of Germany and Ferrari celebrates in parc ferme during qualifying for the F1 Grand Prix of Japan at Suzuka Circuit on October 13, 2019 in Suzuka, Japan. (Photo by Charles Coates/Getty Images)[/caption]\r\n\r\nVettel came agonizingly close to clinching his first Championship with Ferrari in 2018, but his campaign fell apart towards the end of the season.\r\n\r\n2019 was a difficult season for the German driver. Vettel had to put up with a younger, much faster teammate in Charles Leclerc while racing in a car that was uncompetitive and unsuited to his driving style. Scoring only a single win, Sebastian ended the season fifth in the Drivers' Championship.\r\n\r\nThe equation between Vettel and teammate \u003ca href=\"https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/charles-leclerc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eCharles Leclerc\u003c/a\u003e gave the team enough trouble.\r\n\r\nThe 2020 season was put on hold due to COVID-19 but Vettel dropped a bombshell regarding his future at Ferrari. Sebastian Vettel officially announced that he and Ferrari would not be renewing their contract for 2021 and beyond. At the end of the 2020 season, Vettel and Ferrari parted ways.\r\n\r\nDespite the failed quest with Ferrari, Vettel can look back at his time with the Reds with pride. The German currently sits third in the list of all-time wins for the Scuderia. Only behind F1 legends - Michael Schumacher and Niki Lauda. So far, Vettel has scored 57 Pole Positions and clinched 53 wins in his F1 career.\r\n\r\nWhile it looked like Vettel might announce his retirement following the 2020 season, what arrived was rather a surprising announcement from the returning F1 team, Aston Martin. The British outfit announced Vettel as a part of their driver's line-up for 2021 replacing Sergio Perez.\r\n\r\nIn September 2021, Aston Martin affirmed that Vettel's contract had the option of extending his presence by another year. Hence, the team decided to stick with the German at least until the end of 2022.\r\n\u003ch3\u003eBest Moments of Sebastian Vettel\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFoundations and Charity Work\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h4\u003e\r\nSebastian Vettel supports two main charities, \u003ca href=\"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oIMfiaqeHJg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eChampions for Charity\u003c/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https://translate.google.com/translate?hl=en\u0026amp;sl=de\u0026amp;u=https://www.unitedcharity.de/Prominente/Sebastian-Vettel\u0026amp;prev=search\u0026amp;pto=aue\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eUnited Charity\u003c/a\u003e. His support is mainly focused on children's welfare and also sports.\r\n\r\nSebastian Vettel often \u003ca href=\"https://www.espn.in/f1/story/_/id/26836139/ferrari-drivers-sebastian-vettel-charles-leclerc-team-cristiano-ronaldo-charity-football-match\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ecompetes\u003c/a\u003e in charity football matches to raise money for various charitable organizations.\r\n\r\nVettel has donated to the 'Grace P Kelly Association' - a German organization that aids children affected by cancer.\r\n\r\nIn early 2019, Vettel teamed up with teammates Charles Leclerc and star footballer Cristiano Ronaldo in a charity football match for the Piedmontese Foundation for Cancer Research and for the Telethon Foundation.\r\n\r\nSince 2020, Vettel has been working with BioBienenApfel, a company striving to raise awareness on the importance of bees' existence in the eco-system. Ahead of the Austrian GP 2021, Vettel, along with a group of kids, \u003ca href=\"https://www.essentiallysports.com/f1-news-heartwarming-sebastian-vettel-comes-to-rescue-of-environment-with-bee-hotel-ahead-of-austrian-gp/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ebuilt a hotel for bees\u003c/a\u003e in the middle of an open field in Spielberg.\r\n\r\nLater following the British Grand Prix, Vettel collected garbage from the stands left behind by the spectators. He further carried the waste to a waste incineration plant to raise awareness on recycling waste.\r\n\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eRead More - \u003c/strong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.essentiallysports.com/f1-news-heres-how-sebastian-vettel-followed-up-his-litter-collection-drive-at-silverstone/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eHere’s How Sebastian Vettel Followed Up His Litter Collection Drive at Silverstone\u003c/a\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eSebastian Vettel: Personal life\u003c/h3\u003e\r\nSebastian Vettel prefers keeping his personal life away from all the glitz and glamor of F1. Nobody knows a lot about his private life, but there are a few details.\r\n\r\nThe 33-year-old \u003ca href=\"https://www.espn.in/f1/story/_/id/27015385/french-grand-prix-diary-kimi-wears-headphones-to-talk-people\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003emarried\u003c/a\u003e his childhood friend Hanna Prater in 2019. He has 3 kids - \u003ca href=\"https://www.welt.de/sport/formel1/article122767788/Sebastian-Vettel-wird-zum-ersten-Mal-Vater.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eEmilie\u003c/a\u003e, Mathilda, and a son \u003ca href=\"https://f1i.com/news/362905-vettel-excused-from-media-day-following-birth-of-third-child.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eborn\u003c/a\u003e in November 2019.\r\n\r\nThe 4-time World Champion lives in a medieval-style farmhouse in Thurgau, Switzerland. Vettel isn't one to splurge on flashy mansions, but his \u003ca href=\"https://www.essentiallysports.com/sebastian-vettel-everything-there-is-to-know-about-his-luxurious-house/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ehouse\u003c/a\u003e is impressive nonetheless!\r\n\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eREAD MORE-\u003c/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https://www.essentiallysports.com/sebastian-vettel-everything-we-know-about-his-wife-hannah-prater-his-daughters-and-personal-life-f1-news/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\"\u003eSebastian Vettel: Everything We Know About His Wife Hannah Prater, His Daughters and Personal Life\u003c/a\u003e\r\n\r\nWhile he races some of the fastest cars on track, he prefers two wheels off the track. The German driver has an enviable vintage motorcycle collection and often arrives at circuits on one of his cool bikes. However, he also owns a very cool car collection which, funnily enough, includes a Mercedes.\r\n\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eREAD MORE- \u003c/strong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.essentiallysports.com/a-long-list-of-cars-and-bikes-owned-by-ferrari-f1-driver-sebastian-vettel/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\"\u003eA Long List of Cars and Bikes Owned by Ferrari F1 Driver Sebastian Vettel\u003c/a\u003e\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_506719\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"1920\"]\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-506719\" src=\"https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/20210107180250/GettyImages-1164726106.jpg\" alt=\"Sebastian Vettel in Red Attire, for Scuderia Ferrari.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1169\" /\u003e HOCKENHEIM, GERMANY - JULY 28: Second placed Sebastian Vettel of Germany and Ferrari celebrates on the podium during the F1 Grand Prix of Germany at Hockenheimring on July 28, 2019 in Hockenheim, Germany. (Photo by Lars Baron/Getty Images)[/caption]\r\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cb\u003eSebastian Vettel’s Endorsements\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/h4\u003e\r\nHe is \u003ca href=\"https://www.sportskeeda.com/f1/sebastian-vettal-net-worth\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eendorsed\u003c/a\u003e by the likes of watch brand, Casio, car manufacturer Infiniti, car petroleum brand Shell \u0026amp; clothing brand\u003ca href=\"https://www.pepejeans.com/en_gb/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e Pepe Jeans\u003c/a\u003e. The German driver is \u003ca href=\"https://www.forbes.com/profile/sebastian-vettel/#4c135ace53f2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ereportedly worth\u003c/a\u003e $300,000 in endorsements alone.\r\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to contact Sebastian Vettel\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h4\u003e\r\nSebastian Vettel prefers staying away from the limelight and likes keeping his personal life, well, personal!\r\n\r\nVettel is the only driver on the 2021 grid not to have a social media account. But don't get your hopes up because the German's \u003ca href=\"https://f1i.com/news/326225-vettel-reveals-why-hes-no-fan-of-social-media.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003emade it clear\u003c/a\u003e that he has no intention of joining Instagram, Twitter, or any other social network.\r\n\r\nHowever, that doesn't mean Sebastian's completely disconnected from his fans. On the contrary, Vettel enjoys reading and responding to fan mail and queries.\r\n\r\nThose interested can contact Sebastian Vettel either by writing a letter the old-fashioned way or emailing Seb. Vettel has his own official website at sebastianvettel.de, which provides details on reaching out to the 4-time World Champion.\r\n\r\nInterested parties can email Vettel at mail@sebastianvettel.com\r\n\r\nOr write to him at\r\n\r\nP.O. Box 2016\r\nKreuzlingen 1\r\nSWITZERLAND\r\n\u003ctable width=\"531\"\u003e\r\n\u003ctbody\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eAge\u003c/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e33\u003c/td\u003e\r\n\u003c/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eMarital Status\u003c/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eMarried\u003c/td\u003e\r\n\u003c/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eSpouse\u003c/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eHanna Prater\u003c/td\u003e\r\n\u003c/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eResidence\u003c/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eThurgau, Switzerland\u003c/td\u003e\r\n\u003c/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eNationality\u003c/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eGerman\u003c/td\u003e\r\n\u003c/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eEndorsements\u003c/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eCasio, Infiniti, Pepe Jeans\u003c/td\u003e\r\n\u003c/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eChampionships\u003c/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e4\u003c/td\u003e\r\n\u003c/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eAnnual Salary\u003c/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e$36 million\u003c/td\u003e\r\n\u003c/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eNet Worth\u003c/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e$140 million\u003c/td\u003e\r\n\u003c/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eEndorsements\u003c/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e$300K\u003c/td\u003e\r\n\u003c/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eBirthday\u003c/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e3rd July\u003c/td\u003e\r\n\u003c/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eHeight\u003c/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e1.75m\u003c/td\u003e\r\n\u003c/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eEthnicity\u003c/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eWhite\u003c/td\u003e\r\n\u003c/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eKids\u003c/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e3\u003c/td\u003e\r\n\u003c/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eCars\u003c/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eFerrari F40, Ferrari California T, Mercedes Benz SL-65 AMG, MINI Countryman, Infiniti FX\u003c/td\u003e\r\n\u003c/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003eCareer points\u003c/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd\u003e3018\u003c/td\u003e\r\n\u003c/tr\u003e\r\n\u003c/tbody\u003e\r\n\u003c/table\u003e","link":"https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/sebastian-vettel/","name":"Sebastian Vettel","slug":"sebastian-vettel","taxonomy":"post_tag","meta":[],"yoast_head":"\u003c!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v22.1 (Yoast SEO v22.1) - https://yoast.com/wordpress/plugins/seo/ --\u003e\n\u003ctitle\u003eSebastian Vettel Archives - EssentiallySports\u003c/title\u003e\n\u003cmeta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" /\u003e\n\u003clink rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/sebastian-vettel/\" /\u003e\n\u003cmeta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" /\u003e\n\u003cmeta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" /\u003e\n\u003cmeta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Sebastian Vettel Archives\" /\u003e\n\u003cmeta property=\"og:description\" content=\"Sebastian Vettel 2022: Net Worth, Salary, and Endorsements Ferrari\u0026#8217;s Sebastian Vettel is a 4-time Formula One World Champion. He is among the most likable personalities on the grid. He made his Formula One debut in 2007 in a one-off appearance as a replacement for an injured Robert Kubica. The same year saw him join the ranks of the Toro Rosso team, effectively replacing Scott Speed. In 2008, he took his first victory, which still stands as the team\u0026#8217;s only race victory. In 2009, he graduated to Red Bull F1 and stayed with the team until the end of 2014, before moving to Ferrari. His Red Bull stint saw him scale four back-to-back championships between 2010 and 2013. Back in his Red Bull days, Sebastian Vettel\u0026#8217;s helmet game was on another level. While the FIA has repealed its controversial helmet change rule, Vettel would turn up to Grand Prix events with some of the coolest lids on the grid. Most recently, his iconic white helmet with German stripes is easily recognizable and has become a classic helmet design on the grid. READ MORE- What are the Top 5 Helmet Designs of Sebastian Vettel ABU DHABI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES \u0026#8211; DECEMBER 01: Sebastian Vettel of Germany and Ferrari walks to the drivers parade before the F1 Grand Prix of Abu Dhabi at Yas Marina Circuit on December 01, 2019 in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. (Photo by Mark Thompson/Getty Images) Sebastian Vettel: On-track Achievements His 2008 race victory in Monza and further progress at an early age ensured that he has a lot of records to his name. Sebastian Vettel is the youngest driver to score a pole position, a race victory, a double (pole + race), and a triple (pole + race + fastest lap). His 13 race victories in 2013 and 15 pole positions in 2011, still stand as the highest race victories and pole positions in a season, respectively. While he holds a long list of accolades in Formula 1, Sebastian Vettel is also one of the wittiest drivers on the grid. His perfectly timed quips and witty jabs during team radio messages and interviews have become a big hit among the fans. READ MORE-What are the Best Quotes of Sebastian Vettel? Sebastian Vettel: Net Worth 2022 His contract with Ferrari in 2020 put his annual salary to $36.3 million along with bonuses, making him one of the richest drivers on the F1 grid. The length of his contract ran till the end of 2020. He\u0026#8217;s driven for two very rich teams: Red Bull with their massive budget and Ferrari with their legacy, ensuring his lifetime earnings at $140 million. Further, he signed a contract with Aston Martin for the 2021 season. The fact that Aston Martin is a mid-field outfit forced Vettel in obliging to a massive pay-cut. The German is reportedly receiving a salary of $15M, without bonuses. Nevertheless, Vettel is still the 5th highest paid driver on the grid in 2021, just behind his predecessor, Sergio Perez. As of 2022, Vettel will receive a salary of $13M from Aston Martin. Sebastian Vettel: Ferrari journey and contract However, his Ferrari stint wasn\u0026#8217;t nearly as successful. Joining the team in early 2015, Vettel was the guiding light that Ferrari needed after a dismal 2014 season. One could argue that Vettel resurrected Ferrari in the turbo-hybrid era of Formula 1. Despite getting off to a positive start, Sebastian\u0026#8217;s Ferrari journey was full of ups and downs. He endured a difficult season in 2016 \u0026#8211; scoring no wins and driving a car that wasn\u0026#8217;t very competitive. However, things changed in 2017. The SF70h was more than a match for the Mercedes W08 and for the first time in the turbo-hybrid era, Ferrari could challenge Mercedes for the Championship. While Ferrari and Vettel made good progress in the first half of 2017, the quest to end Mercedes\u0026#8217; domination fizzled in the latter half of the season. Mercedes made a big step up in car development. Furthermore, a series of reliability issues and driver mistakes effectively ended the Scuderia\u0026#8217;s hopes of Championship that year. But the team went back to the drawing board of developed a monster of a car for the 2018 season. The SF71h seemed destined to put an end to Mercedes\u0026#8217;s winning streak, but a sequence of driver errors meant it was not to be. SUZUKA, JAPAN \u0026#8211; OCTOBER 13: Pole position qualifier Sebastian Vettel of Germany and Ferrari celebrates in parc ferme during qualifying for the F1 Grand Prix of Japan at Suzuka Circuit on October 13, 2019 in Suzuka, Japan. (Photo by Charles Coates/Getty Images) Vettel came agonizingly close to clinching his first Championship with Ferrari in 2018, but his campaign fell apart towards the end of the season. 2019 was a difficult season for the German driver. Vettel had to put up with a younger, much faster teammate in Charles Leclerc while racing in a car that was uncompetitive and unsuited to his driving style. Scoring only a single win, Sebastian ended the season fifth in the Drivers\u0026#8217; Championship. The equation between Vettel and teammate Charles Leclerc gave the team enough trouble. The 2020 season was put on hold due to COVID-19 but Vettel dropped a bombshell regarding his future at Ferrari. Sebastian Vettel officially announced that he and Ferrari would not be renewing their contract for 2021 and beyond. At the end of the 2020 season, Vettel and Ferrari parted ways. Despite the failed quest with Ferrari, Vettel can look back at his time with the Reds with pride. The German currently sits third in the list of all-time wins for the Scuderia. Only behind F1 legends \u0026#8211; Michael Schumacher and Niki Lauda. So far, Vettel has scored 57 Pole Positions and clinched 53 wins in his F1 career. While it looked like Vettel might announce his retirement following the 2020 season, what arrived was rather a surprising announcement from the returning F1 team, Aston Martin. The British outfit announced Vettel as a part of their driver\u0026#8217;s line-up for 2021 replacing Sergio Perez. In September 2021, Aston Martin affirmed that Vettel\u0026#8217;s contract had the option of extending his presence by another year. Hence, the team decided to stick with the German at least until the end of 2022. Best Moments of Sebastian Vettel Foundations and Charity Work Sebastian Vettel supports two main charities, Champions for Charity and United Charity. His support is mainly focused on children\u0026#8217;s welfare and also sports. Sebastian Vettel often competes in charity football matches to raise money for various charitable organizations. Vettel has donated to the \u0026#8216;Grace P Kelly Association\u0026#8217; \u0026#8211; a German organization that aids children affected by cancer. In early 2019, Vettel teamed up with teammates Charles Leclerc and star footballer Cristiano Ronaldo in a charity football match for the Piedmontese Foundation for Cancer Research and for the Telethon Foundation. Since 2020, Vettel has been working with BioBienenApfel, a company striving to raise awareness on the importance of bees\u0026#8217; existence in the eco-system. Ahead of the Austrian GP 2021, Vettel, along with a group of kids, built a hotel for bees in the middle of an open field in Spielberg. Later following the British Grand Prix, Vettel collected garbage from the stands left behind by the spectators. He further carried the waste to a waste incineration plant to raise awareness on recycling waste. Read More \u0026#8211; Here’s How Sebastian Vettel Followed Up His Litter Collection Drive at Silverstone Sebastian Vettel: Personal life Sebastian Vettel prefers keeping his personal life away from all the glitz and glamor of F1. Nobody knows a lot about his private life, but there are a few details. The 33-year-old married his childhood friend Hanna Prater in 2019. He has 3 kids \u0026#8211; Emilie, Mathilda, and a son born in November 2019. The 4-time World Champion lives in a medieval-style farmhouse in Thurgau, Switzerland. Vettel isn\u0026#8217;t one to splurge on flashy mansions, but his house is impressive nonetheless! READ MORE- Sebastian Vettel: Everything We Know About His Wife Hannah Prater, His Daughters and Personal Life While he races some of the fastest cars on track, he prefers two wheels off the track. The German driver has an enviable vintage motorcycle collection and often arrives at circuits on one of his cool bikes. However, he also owns a very cool car collection which, funnily enough, includes a Mercedes. READ MORE- A Long List of Cars and Bikes Owned by Ferrari F1 Driver Sebastian Vettel HOCKENHEIM, GERMANY \u0026#8211; JULY 28: Second placed Sebastian Vettel of Germany and Ferrari celebrates on the podium during the F1 Grand Prix of Germany at Hockenheimring on July 28, 2019 in Hockenheim, Germany. (Photo by Lars Baron/Getty Images) Sebastian Vettel’s Endorsements He is endorsed by the likes of watch brand, Casio, car manufacturer Infiniti, car petroleum brand Shell \u0026amp; clothing brand Pepe Jeans. The German driver is reportedly worth $300,000 in endorsements alone. How to contact Sebastian Vettel Sebastian Vettel prefers staying away from the limelight and likes keeping his personal life, well, personal! Vettel is the only driver on the 2021 grid not to have a social media account. But don\u0026#8217;t get your hopes up because the German\u0026#8217;s made it clear that he has no intention of joining Instagram, Twitter, or any other social network. However, that doesn\u0026#8217;t mean Sebastian\u0026#8217;s completely disconnected from his fans. On the contrary, Vettel enjoys reading and responding to fan mail and queries. Those interested can contact Sebastian Vettel either by writing a letter the old-fashioned way or emailing Seb. Vettel has his own official website at sebastianvettel.de, which provides details on reaching out to the 4-time World Champion. Interested parties can email Vettel at mail@sebastianvettel.com Or write to him at P.O. 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He is among the most likable personalities on the grid. He made his Formula One debut in 2007 in a one-off appearance as a replacement for an injured Robert Kubica. The same year saw him join the ranks of the Toro Rosso team, effectively replacing Scott Speed. In 2008, he took his first victory, which still stands as the team\u0026#8217;s only race victory. In 2009, he graduated to Red Bull F1 and stayed with the team until the end of 2014, before moving to Ferrari. His Red Bull stint saw him scale four back-to-back championships between 2010 and 2013. Back in his Red Bull days, Sebastian Vettel\u0026#8217;s helmet game was on another level. While the FIA has repealed its controversial helmet change rule, Vettel would turn up to Grand Prix events with some of the coolest lids on the grid. Most recently, his iconic white helmet with German stripes is easily recognizable and has become a classic helmet design on the grid. READ MORE- What are the Top 5 Helmet Designs of Sebastian Vettel ABU DHABI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES \u0026#8211; DECEMBER 01: Sebastian Vettel of Germany and Ferrari walks to the drivers parade before the F1 Grand Prix of Abu Dhabi at Yas Marina Circuit on December 01, 2019 in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. (Photo by Mark Thompson/Getty Images) Sebastian Vettel: On-track Achievements His 2008 race victory in Monza and further progress at an early age ensured that he has a lot of records to his name. Sebastian Vettel is the youngest driver to score a pole position, a race victory, a double (pole + race), and a triple (pole + race + fastest lap). His 13 race victories in 2013 and 15 pole positions in 2011, still stand as the highest race victories and pole positions in a season, respectively. While he holds a long list of accolades in Formula 1, Sebastian Vettel is also one of the wittiest drivers on the grid. His perfectly timed quips and witty jabs during team radio messages and interviews have become a big hit among the fans. READ MORE-What are the Best Quotes of Sebastian Vettel? Sebastian Vettel: Net Worth 2022 His contract with Ferrari in 2020 put his annual salary to $36.3 million along with bonuses, making him one of the richest drivers on the F1 grid. The length of his contract ran till the end of 2020. He\u0026#8217;s driven for two very rich teams: Red Bull with their massive budget and Ferrari with their legacy, ensuring his lifetime earnings at $140 million. Further, he signed a contract with Aston Martin for the 2021 season. The fact that Aston Martin is a mid-field outfit forced Vettel in obliging to a massive pay-cut. The German is reportedly receiving a salary of $15M, without bonuses. Nevertheless, Vettel is still the 5th highest paid driver on the grid in 2021, just behind his predecessor, Sergio Perez. As of 2022, Vettel will receive a salary of $13M from Aston Martin. Sebastian Vettel: Ferrari journey and contract However, his Ferrari stint wasn\u0026#8217;t nearly as successful. Joining the team in early 2015, Vettel was the guiding light that Ferrari needed after a dismal 2014 season. One could argue that Vettel resurrected Ferrari in the turbo-hybrid era of Formula 1. Despite getting off to a positive start, Sebastian\u0026#8217;s Ferrari journey was full of ups and downs. He endured a difficult season in 2016 \u0026#8211; scoring no wins and driving a car that wasn\u0026#8217;t very competitive. However, things changed in 2017. The SF70h was more than a match for the Mercedes W08 and for the first time in the turbo-hybrid era, Ferrari could challenge Mercedes for the Championship. While Ferrari and Vettel made good progress in the first half of 2017, the quest to end Mercedes\u0026#8217; domination fizzled in the latter half of the season. Mercedes made a big step up in car development. Furthermore, a series of reliability issues and driver mistakes effectively ended the Scuderia\u0026#8217;s hopes of Championship that year. But the team went back to the drawing board of developed a monster of a car for the 2018 season. The SF71h seemed destined to put an end to Mercedes\u0026#8217;s winning streak, but a sequence of driver errors meant it was not to be. SUZUKA, JAPAN \u0026#8211; OCTOBER 13: Pole position qualifier Sebastian Vettel of Germany and Ferrari celebrates in parc ferme during qualifying for the F1 Grand Prix of Japan at Suzuka Circuit on October 13, 2019 in Suzuka, Japan. (Photo by Charles Coates/Getty Images) Vettel came agonizingly close to clinching his first Championship with Ferrari in 2018, but his campaign fell apart towards the end of the season. 2019 was a difficult season for the German driver. Vettel had to put up with a younger, much faster teammate in Charles Leclerc while racing in a car that was uncompetitive and unsuited to his driving style. Scoring only a single win, Sebastian ended the season fifth in the Drivers\u0026#8217; Championship. The equation between Vettel and teammate Charles Leclerc gave the team enough trouble. The 2020 season was put on hold due to COVID-19 but Vettel dropped a bombshell regarding his future at Ferrari. Sebastian Vettel officially announced that he and Ferrari would not be renewing their contract for 2021 and beyond. At the end of the 2020 season, Vettel and Ferrari parted ways. Despite the failed quest with Ferrari, Vettel can look back at his time with the Reds with pride. The German currently sits third in the list of all-time wins for the Scuderia. Only behind F1 legends \u0026#8211; Michael Schumacher and Niki Lauda. So far, Vettel has scored 57 Pole Positions and clinched 53 wins in his F1 career. While it looked like Vettel might announce his retirement following the 2020 season, what arrived was rather a surprising announcement from the returning F1 team, Aston Martin. The British outfit announced Vettel as a part of their driver\u0026#8217;s line-up for 2021 replacing Sergio Perez. In September 2021, Aston Martin affirmed that Vettel\u0026#8217;s contract had the option of extending his presence by another year. Hence, the team decided to stick with the German at least until the end of 2022. Best Moments of Sebastian Vettel Foundations and Charity Work Sebastian Vettel supports two main charities, Champions for Charity and United Charity. His support is mainly focused on children\u0026#8217;s welfare and also sports. Sebastian Vettel often competes in charity football matches to raise money for various charitable organizations. Vettel has donated to the \u0026#8216;Grace P Kelly Association\u0026#8217; \u0026#8211; a German organization that aids children affected by cancer. In early 2019, Vettel teamed up with teammates Charles Leclerc and star footballer Cristiano Ronaldo in a charity football match for the Piedmontese Foundation for Cancer Research and for the Telethon Foundation. Since 2020, Vettel has been working with BioBienenApfel, a company striving to raise awareness on the importance of bees\u0026#8217; existence in the eco-system. Ahead of the Austrian GP 2021, Vettel, along with a group of kids, built a hotel for bees in the middle of an open field in Spielberg. Later following the British Grand Prix, Vettel collected garbage from the stands left behind by the spectators. He further carried the waste to a waste incineration plant to raise awareness on recycling waste. Read More \u0026#8211; Here’s How Sebastian Vettel Followed Up His Litter Collection Drive at Silverstone Sebastian Vettel: Personal life Sebastian Vettel prefers keeping his personal life away from all the glitz and glamor of F1. Nobody knows a lot about his private life, but there are a few details. The 33-year-old married his childhood friend Hanna Prater in 2019. He has 3 kids \u0026#8211; Emilie, Mathilda, and a son born in November 2019. The 4-time World Champion lives in a medieval-style farmhouse in Thurgau, Switzerland. Vettel isn\u0026#8217;t one to splurge on flashy mansions, but his house is impressive nonetheless! READ MORE- Sebastian Vettel: Everything We Know About His Wife Hannah Prater, His Daughters and Personal Life While he races some of the fastest cars on track, he prefers two wheels off the track. The German driver has an enviable vintage motorcycle collection and often arrives at circuits on one of his cool bikes. However, he also owns a very cool car collection which, funnily enough, includes a Mercedes. READ MORE- A Long List of Cars and Bikes Owned by Ferrari F1 Driver Sebastian Vettel HOCKENHEIM, GERMANY \u0026#8211; JULY 28: Second placed Sebastian Vettel of Germany and Ferrari celebrates on the podium during the F1 Grand Prix of Germany at Hockenheimring on July 28, 2019 in Hockenheim, Germany. (Photo by Lars Baron/Getty Images) Sebastian Vettel’s Endorsements He is endorsed by the likes of watch brand, Casio, car manufacturer Infiniti, car petroleum brand Shell \u0026amp; clothing brand Pepe Jeans. The German driver is reportedly worth $300,000 in endorsements alone. How to contact Sebastian Vettel Sebastian Vettel prefers staying away from the limelight and likes keeping his personal life, well, personal! Vettel is the only driver on the 2021 grid not to have a social media account. But don\u0026#8217;t get your hopes up because the German\u0026#8217;s made it clear that he has no intention of joining Instagram, Twitter, or any other social network. 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Come race day, the heavens opened up shortly after the race began, creating a damp track. Until the rain arrived, Vettel was comfortably leading the pack. On lap 52, the 4-time World Champion, in what appeared to be a lapse of concentration, lost control of his Ferrari and careened off onto the gravel trap. Vettel’s German Grand Prix was over and his gut-wrenching reaction to the crash over the team radio was telling. Surrounded by thousands of jeering fans, Vettel kept his visor down and walked away, a visibly shaken and disconsolate man. But amidst the drama surrounding Vettel’s crash and aftermath, there was one crucial incident that occurred 5 laps before. On lap 46, the German clipped the sausage kerb, destroying a portion of his front wing. For those unaware, a damaged front wing creates unbearable understeer and reduces downforce. Having worn slick tires on a damp track with a stricken front wing is a recipe for disaster. Could this be why Sebastian Vettel actually crashed out of his home race? It’s impossible to determine now if that was the genuine reason. Furthermore, Vettel never referenced his front wing in the post-race interviews. We may never know if it was a loss of front wing or focus which resulted in his DNF. Many believe Vettel’s crash at Hockenheim changed the German’s approach to racing in Formula 1. Some say he is yet to recover from the distressing events that transpired over 2 years ago. This could be partly true, but we have seen glimpses of the old, ruthless Sebastian last year. Given the right car, the Sebastian Vettel of old will surely regain his mojo. 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