'Statement of ambition' as Vettel to join Aston Martin

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'Statement of ambition' as Vettel to join Aston Martin

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Ian Parkes

Thursday 10 September 2020 09:00 Updated: 10:17

Racing Point believes it has underlined its ambition by revealing four-time Formula 1 world champion Sebastian Vettel is to join the team at the end of the year.

The announcement comes hot on the heels of https://www.gpfans.com/en/f1-news/56631/perez-to-leave-racing-point-vettel-now-almost-certain-to-sign/ come the conclusion of this campaign.

Following the arrival of Lawrence Stroll as owner, the team has undergone a significant transformation, with Vettel's appointment seen as a major piece in the puzzle on challenging Mercedes, Racing Point and Red Bull.

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With Racing Point to become Aston Martin next season, and now with Vettel's capture the team believe it "is a clear statement of the team’s ambition to establish itself as one of the most competitive names in the sport".

Confirming his move, Vettel said: “I am pleased to finally share this exciting news about my future.

"I’m extremely proud to say that I will become an Aston Martin driver in 2021. It’s a new adventure for me with a truly legendary car company.

"I have been impressed with the results the team has achieved this year and I believe the future looks even brighter.

"The energy and commitment of Lawrence [Stroll] to the sport is inspiring and I believe we can build something very special together.

"I still have so much love for Formula 1 and my only motivation is to race at the front of the grid. To do so with Aston Martin will be a huge privilege.”

Welcoming the 53-time race winner, CEO and team principal Otmar Szafnauer said: "Everybody at Silverstone is hugely excited by this news.

"Sebastian is a proven champion and brings a winning mentality that matches our own ambitions for the future as Aston Martin F1 Team.

"On a Saturday or Sunday afternoon, Sebastian is one of the best in the world, and I can’t think of a better driver to help take us into this new era. He will play a significant role in taking this team to the next level.”