Sebastian Vettel

Vettel makes SHOCK return to F1 paddock in Monaco

Shay Rogers Friday 26 May 2023 22:57

Vettel makes SHOCK return to F1 paddock in Monaco

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.

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

Vettel’s return has sparked a positive reaction on Twitter, with Haas replying to Aston Martin’s tweet in a warming way:

Everyone liked that 💚
— MoneyGram Haas F1 Team (@HaasF1Team) May 26, 2023

The popularity of his appearance is in no doubt, with the German taking plenty of time away from F1 to enjoy the quieter side of life.

He is expected to drive a variety of classic F1 cars at the Goodwood Festival of Speed between 13-16 July this year.

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