Friends and rivals from across the Formula 1 paddock have paid tribute to Sebastian Vettel after the German announced his impending retirement from the sport.
The German announced on Thursday that the 2022 season will be his last in F1. It leaves Aston Martin with a seat to fill, and a gaping hole in the paddock as one of the sport's most-loved personalities leaves.
Vettel revealed that a desire to spend more time with his family was a big motivation behind his decision. "I love this sport – it has been central to my life since I can remember. But as much as there is life on track, there is my life off track too. Being a racing driver has never been my sole identity," he said . "Who am I? I am Sebastian – father of three children and husband to a wonderful woman."
