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Sebastian Vettel may have ruled out a return to F1, but the four-time world champion has confirmed talks with an alternative racing series which could…
Sebastian Vettel has confirmed talks with an alternative racing series following his departure from F1 in 2022, showing interest in a potential move to endurance racing.
Although Vettel has ruled out a return to F1, he remains an influential figure in the racing world and has explored various projects post-retirement.
The German driver completed an endurance test with Porsche in 2024, hinting at a possible shift towards endurance racing in the future.
Vettel expressed enthusiasm for the team structure and shared experience in endurance racing, suggesting that the WEC calendar would be more appealing than F1’s for him.
While Vettel appreciates the young talent in F1 and has no plans to return as a driver, he is open to new racing opportunities and partnerships in a different series.
