Sebastian Vettel faces an uncertain future.
SPIELBERG, Austria — Sebastian Vettel is prepared to walk away from Formula One for good if he doesn’t get a convincing offer for next season.
Unlike two-time champion Fernando Alonso, who is open to an F1 return next season after quitting following the 2018 campaign, Vettel said his possible exit from the sport wouldn’t be temporary. The other option, seemingly unlikely, is for Vettel to replace either Valtteri Bottas or six-time F1 champion Lewis Hamilton at Mercedes. Both are out of contract at the end of the year but expected to sign new deals.
"It was obviously a surprise to me when I got the call from Mattia, when he told me there was no further intention from the team to continue together," said Vettel, who turns 33 on Friday.
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