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Pascal Wehrlein’s F1 career lasted just two seasons, before being replaced at Sauber by Charles Leclerc for the 2018 campaign.
Reigning Formula E world champion Pascal Wehrlein explained why his Formula 1 career was short-lived at just two seasons. Despite performing well for Manor and Sauber, he was replaced by Charles Leclerc for the 2018 season. Wehrlein, who was once a favorite to replace Nico Rosberg at Mercedes, believes the issues were not related to his age but rather the team environment and car performance. He emphasizes that he demonstrated his skill by outscoring teammates and achieving highlights despite challenging circumstances. Wehrlein, now 30 years old, reflects on his time in F1, acknowledging that sometimes success does not come at the right moment, but he remains confident in his abilities as a driver.
