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Vettel Contemplated Quitting F1 Amid Performance Struggles

3/29/2026

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Sebastian Vettel, a Formula One driver, considered quitting last year, according to Red Bull team principal Christian Horner.
Vettel finished fifth in 2014 after being outperformed by rookie Daniel Ricciardo.
Horner said Vettel was dissatisfied with the new regulations and the car's performance.
Vettel returned to karting to reconnect with his passion.
He left Red Bull for Ferrari, driven by the allure of the brand and career timing.

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Sebastian Vettel, a Formula One driver, considered quitting last year, according to Red Bull team principal Christian Horner.
Vettel finished fifth in 2014 after being outperformed by rookie Daniel Ricciardo.
Horner said Vettel was dissatisfied with the new regulations and the car's performance.
Vettel returned to karting to reconnect with his passion.
He left Red Bull for Ferrari, driven by the allure of the brand and career timing.