P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Hamilton: Vettel an "amazing option" as Mercedes F1 replacement
Since the announcement that Lewis Hamilton will leave Mercedes to join Ferrari next year, Max Verstappen and Andrea Kimi Antonelli are top choices to replace him at Red Bull F1. Other potential candidates include Fernando Alonso and Carlos Sainz, with speculation of Sebastian Vettel possibly returning to Mercedes. Hamilton has expressed admiration for Vettel’s comeback, praising his championship-winning experience. While Hamilton advocates for promoting young talent like George Russell, Russell himself remains open to any teammate, including a world champion like Vettel. Overall, the F1 community is anticipating a competitive and exciting season with potential roster changes and new partnerships.
