Vettel will partner Lance Stroll at rebranded Racing Point teamSergio Pérez says no one told him he was being replaced Having announced he will join Racing Point next season,
Sebastian Vettel has revealed he came close to leaving
Formula One before securing his new deal. Vettel has driven for
Ferrari for the past five years but his contract was not renewed earlier this year leaving him without a drive.
Speaking before Sunday’s Tuscan
Grand Prix at Mugello the four-times world champion admitted his time with Ferrari had been a failure. He has concluded a multi-year deal with Racing Point, who will be rebranded as Aston Martin next year and are enjoying a competitive season.