Mattia Binotto has simply returned to F1 and is contemplating which driver to assign to Audi’s second seat: right here’s how he responded to the concept of Sebastian Vettel.
Sebastian Vettel mentioned goodbye to the world of F1 on the finish of 2022 however by no means dominated out a return: in consequence, the most recent rumors proceed to hyperlink him to Audi and newcomer Mattia Binotto. The previous Ferrari staff principal has just lately returned to the F1 paddock, carrying the Stake colours in preparation for 2026 and the complete transition to the German Audi staff.
At present, Stake has secured the companies of Nico Hulkenberg, who will say farewell to Haas on the finish of the 2024 System 1 season. The German driver may also be part of the longer term undertaking, however as of now, a second driver to pair with Hulkenberg remains to be wanted.
That is the place Sebastian Vettel’s identify comes up. Since his retirement, rumors about his potential return to the highest motorsport class have by no means died down. Vettel’s presence has all the time been in excessive demand within the paddock, even after his departure, and this might lead him to contemplate a return.
At Audi, Sebastian Vettel would reunite with acquainted figures he has labored with up to now. Jonathan Wheatley, with whom Vettel received 4 world titles at Pink Bull, and Mattia Binotto, with whom he labored at Ferrari, are each a part of the staff.
Mattia Binotto was immediately requested if Sebastian Vettel is being thought-about for a seat at Audi. “I really like Sebastian. I do know him effectively from the previous, and I loved working with him. I understand how robust he’s as an individual and as a driver,” the Italian engineer mentioned.
“However remember the fact that I’ve solely been right here just a few weeks. First, I want to grasp, go searching, pay attention, and in some unspecified time in the future, we should determine. And it needs to be the proper choice for Audi. Not only for 2025, but additionally for the longer term.” For now, Valtteri Bottas appears to be the most suitable choice, however nothing is off the desk.
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