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Time of India
10-05-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
Lando Norris on dealing with off-track stuff: 'Sebastian Vettel often texts me about these kinds of things'
Image credit: Netflix Lando Norris has found an advisor in former four-time world champion Sebastian Vettel as he navigates a dilemma over how much to share publicly and how to handle the challenges required to become a better driver and advance his career. The McLaren driver has revealed that Vettel often texts him about the off-track aspects of Formula 1 racing. Lando Norris talks about off-track things he is working on Talking about being an open book, Lando Norris told Sky Sports F1 ahead of the Miami Grand Prix, 'It's my way of doing things. Operation Sindoor Pak to deploy students in case of war with India? What Khawaja Asif said Abu Jundal, Yusuf Azhar & more: 5 key Pakistani terrorists killed in Operation Sindoor Entry to airports banned, ATMs closed & more such news: Govt says 'fake news' Maybe it's not a perfect way, but it's how I've grown up. It's how I feel I've always learned from my mistakes in the best ways. I'm just not quick enough. The team are doing a great job, but I'm not. Maybe I shouldn't share as many things as I do. I'm just honest. You ask me a question, and I'm honest in my answer.' On taking advice from Vettel, Norris said, 'Seb often texts me about these kinds of things. Being a racing driver is not just about driving the car. There's many other factors to it, and over the last few months, and then the last year, I've learned more about the off-track stuff, on how to improve it, but I'm always open for opportunities to improve even more. I mean, simply, just do what I do, because I believe what I can do is better than what they can do.' He added, 'That's one of the things I've learned, is that I've got to believe in myself, and I do more than ever. But you've got to be close to perfect, especially when you're against Max [Verstappen], when you're against Oscar [Piastri].' by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like AI guru Andrew Ng recommends: Read These 5 Books And Turn Your Life Around in 2025 Blinkist: Andrew Ng's Reading List Undo Also Read: 'My parents taught me discipline'— McLaren's Lando Norris shares how his F1 journey was shaped by family values and humility Lando Norris is currently in second place in the Formula 1 Driver Standings with 115 points. He won the first race of the season in Australia and, while he is yet to claim another victory, he remains one of the top contenders with multiple podium finishes in the remaining five races so far. He secured second place on the podium in China, Japan, and Miami, and finished third in Bahrain.
Scottish Sun
30-04-2025
- Automotive
- Scottish Sun
Four-time F1 world champion, 37, reveals he is ‘not allowed to race anymore'
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) SEBASTIAN VETTEL is no longer allowed to race - under instruction from his kids. The former professional driver won the Formula 1 Championship four times between 2010-2013. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 1 Sebastian Vettel has been told by his kids not to return to racing He quit F1 in 2022 after racing with Aston Martin for two years, finishing 12th both seasons. Vettel, 37, admits he is happy in retirement and even if he wanted to make a return, he has been told he is not allowed to - by his children. He told Sky Sports Germany F1: "My kids told me I'm not allowed to race anymore because they like me so much. "It's wonderful to hear that. READ MORE IN F1 F1 STAR HIT Moment thief makes off with Jenson Button's wife's suitcase containing £250k "Family harmony still exists. I've learned a lot about myself during this time. I'm very content, and I don't get bored." Vettel has three children with his wife Hanna Prater - daughters Emilie, 11 and Mathilda, 9, and a son. The German, who raced for Red Bull for six years, now works for the organisation in Saudi Arabia where he teaches girls Go-Karting as part of the Race4Women event. However his long-term future could lie in F1, potentially in a role with Red Bull as an advisor, succeeding Helmut Marko. BEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERS Marko said of Vettel and his own future at Red Bull: "No decision has been made yet, but it's also quite clear: At some point, it won't be possible anymore—also due to age. "It would be great if someone like Sebastian Vettel would take over. 'People can't handle the truth' - Verstappen FUMES after being given five-second penalty and takes swipe at F1 bosses "On the one hand, there's the junior program. He's already working with girls in go-karting in Saudi Arabia. "And the other is the larger, strategic direction of a Formula 1 team. I think Sebastian has found himself and now knows what he wants to do in the future—and that's primarily motorsport." Responding to the rumours, Vettel said: "We're still working out what it could look like. But I don't want to impose myself."
The Irish Sun
30-04-2025
- Automotive
- The Irish Sun
Four-time F1 world champion, 37, reveals he is ‘not allowed to race anymore'
SEBASTIAN VETTEL is no longer allowed to race - under instruction from his kids. The former professional driver won the Formula 1 Championship four times between 2010-2013. Advertisement 1 Sebastian Vettel has been told by his kids not to return to racing He quit F1 in 2022 after racing with Aston Martin for two years, finishing 12th both seasons. Vettel, 37, admits he is happy in retirement and even if he wanted to make a return, he has been told he is not allowed to - by his children. He told race anymore because they like me so much. "It's wonderful to hear that. Advertisement READ MORE IN F1 "Family harmony still exists. I've learned a lot about myself during this time. I'm very content, and I don't get bored." Vettel has three children with his wife Hanna Prater - daughters Emilie, 11 and Mathilda, 9, and a son. The German, who raced for Red Bull for six years, now works for the organisation in Saudi Arabia where he teaches girls Go-Karting as part of the Race4Women event. However his long-term future could lie in F1, potentially in a role with Red Bull as an advisor, succeeding Helmut Marko. Advertisement Most read in Motorsport BEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERS Marko said of Vettel and his own future at Red Bull: "No decision has been made yet, but it's also quite clear: At some point, it won't be possible anymore—also due to age. "It would be great if someone like 'People can't handle the truth' - Verstappen FUMES after being given five-second penalty and takes swipe at F1 bosses "On the one hand, there's the junior program. He's already working with girls in go-karting in Saudi Arabia . Advertisement "And the other is the larger, strategic direction of a Formula 1 team. I think Sebastian has found himself and now knows what he wants to do in the future—and that's primarily motorsport." Responding to the rumours, Vettel said: "We're still working out what it could look like. But I don't want to impose myself."
The Sun
30-04-2025
- Automotive
- The Sun
Four-time F1 world champion, 37, reveals he is ‘not allowed to race anymore'
SEBASTIAN VETTEL is no longer allowed to race - under instruction from his kids. The former professional driver won the Formula 1 Championship four times between 2010-2013. He quit F1 in 2022 after racing with Aston Martin for two years, finishing 12th both seasons. Vettel, 37, admits he is happy in retirement and even if he wanted to make a return, he has been told he is not allowed to - by his children. He told Sky Sports Germany F1: "My kids told me I'm not allowed to race anymore because they like me so much. "It's wonderful to hear that. "Family harmony still exists. I've learned a lot about myself during this time. I'm very content, and I don't get bored." Vettel has three children with his wife Hanna Prater - daughters Emilie, 11 and Mathilda, 9, and a son. The German, who raced for Red Bull for six years, now works for the organisation in Saudi Arabia where he teaches girls Go-Karting as part of the Race4Women event. However his long-term future could lie in F1, potentially in a role with Red Bull as an advisor, succeeding Helmut Marko. Marko said of Vettel and his own future at Red Bull: "No decision has been made yet, but it's also quite clear: At some point, it won't be possible anymore—also due to age. "It would be great if someone like Sebastian Vettel would take over. 'People can't handle the truth' - Verstappen FUMES after being given five-second penalty and takes swipe at F1 bosses "On the one hand, there's the junior program. He's already working with girls in go-karting in Saudi Arabia. "And the other is the larger, strategic direction of a Formula 1 team. I think Sebastian has found himself and now knows what he wants to do in the future—and that's primarily motorsport." Responding to the rumours, Vettel said: "We're still working out what it could look like. But I don't want to impose myself."
Daily Mirror
30-04-2025
- Automotive
- Daily Mirror
Sebastian Vettel handed unusual F1 ban as he responds to talk of Red Bull return
Sebastian Vettel has been banned from returning to Formula 1 as a driver. But it is not the FIA who has barred the four-time champion from gracing the race track again - instead, Vettel has to answer to people far closer to home. In fact, it is the German racing legend's children who have told him in no uncertain terms that he cannot go back to his jet-setting life in F1. Part of the reason behind his retirement decision in 2022 was because of the stresses placed on family life by commitment to a full F1 race calendar. And now things have become even more intense. F1 now holds 24 events per year across the globe with six of them featuring Sprint races, placing greater strain than ever on those who have to travel for each of them. It is tough for their families, too, who rarely get to see a driver for most of the year. And that is why, Vettel has said, his three children have told him that they don't want him to make the return to the sport that so many F1 fans would love to see. "My children have indicated that I am not allowed to drive anymore," he told Sky Germany. "They really like me being there, and of course that's great to hear. "I've managed to find a rhythm outside of F1, well, and I have managed to keep the sweet peace in the family! I've gotten used to my new life." While a racing return seems to be off the cards, there are other roles in F1 that might suit Vettel which would not require so much travelling. One of them would be back at his old Red Bull team, after adviser Helmut Marko said he would be the ideal candidate to take over from him when he retires. Vettel has plenty of experience and younger drivers coming through Red Bull's academy would certainly benefit from his advice and wisdom. In that same interview, when pressed on Marko's words, he was coy on the subject as he replied: "Those are big questions to which there are no quick answers." But he was more forthcoming in an appearance on the Backstage Boxengasse podcast and did not rule out the possibility of an F1 role in the future. Vettel said: "There is only one Helmut and the role is quite clear. But yes, I think that in general, the exchange was very inspiring and of course, the experiences that I have and Helmut has are similar in a certain way. "He also grew up in motorsport, albeit at a completely different time, but the wheel still turns the same in a certain way, and the same things matter today as they did however many years ago, even if Formula 1 has changed significantly. I do think that there are many things and perspectives or parallels that could be passed on. "Whether that's something for the future, we'll see. I'm still in contact with him, I asked him how much longer he wanted to do it a few years ago, and he said not that much longer, and he's still doing it. So, as long as he still enjoys it and feels up to the job... It will be a shame if he leaves at some point, but of course the team then has to develop in a new, different direction."
