Vettel makes SHOCK return to F1 paddock in Monaco

Former World Champion spotted roaming the streets of Monaco for the first time since retirement

Shay Rogers

Friday 26 May 2023 22:57

Sebastian Vettel has returned to the Formula One paddock following a seven-month hiatus from the sport.

The German was last seen at the Race of Champions in Sweden this January, as he partnered up with Mick Schumacher for Team Germany.

It was rumoured that he would replace Lance Stroll following a cycling accident before the season opening Bahrain Grand Prix, but instead opted to remain on holiday with his family.

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Sadly, it appears that Vettel is only in Monaco for Friday, as he travels to talk with F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali.

It’s the big Vettel days in Monaco 😂 today Sebastian Vettel is in the paddock and in the pitlane. He is here just for Friday, traveled by car and is here to speak among others with Stefano Domenicali! #bild #f1 #monacogp #formula1 @bild pic.twitter.com/fVfEnRGqxX
— Silja Rulle (@SiljaRulle) May 26, 2023

Family gathering in Monte Carlo

Before his appearance on Friday, Sebastian’s father – Norbert, was seen in the paddock on Thursday, as he left the Aston Martin hospitality area.

We’re all talking about Alonso potentially still being at Aston Martin in 2026, but Norbert Vettel just walked out of the team’s motorhome… 👀 #F1 #MonacoGP

(Do not take this tweet too seriously, Twitter 😂)
— Chris Medland (@ChrisMedlandF1) May 25, 2023