Sebastian Vettel made the decision to retire from Formula 1 at the conclusion of the 2022 season. Since the Japanese Grand Prix weekend, the four-time world champion has garnered significant attention. There have been numerous rumors suggesting that Vettel may make a comeback to F1 in 2025 with the Mercedes team.
Many notable figures have shared their thoughts on the matter, and the latest individual to express support for Sebastian Vettel is a current driver for Mercedes. This driver genuinely believes that the sport is missing the presence of the German driver on the grid.
Having retired at the end of the 2022 season, Vettel’s reputation remains strong. The British driver, George Russell, has expressed his belief that Vettel is still among the top twenty drivers in Formula 1. With his impressive track record as a four-time world champion, any team would be fortunate to have Vettel as part of their lineup.
While Russell has praised Vettel, he has also stated that he is open to having any teammate for the upcoming year. The 26-year-old driver has confidence in his own abilities as a racing driver.
In fact, Russell has even mentioned that he would be open to partnering with the talented Max Verstappen as his teammate. Starting from 2025, Russell will take on the role of lead driver at Mercedes. However, if a seasoned driver like Vettel were to join the team, it would be intriguing to see how Russell handles the situation.