Vettel’s Own Slip‑Ups Cost Him the Title Race
In a candid interview at Singapore’s Marina Bay circuit, Ferrari superstar Sebastian Vettel admitted that his biggest rival in the title chase was himself.
Why the German’s Play‑Through Slipped
- In Azerbaijan, France, Germany and Italy, a string of mistakes pulled him 30 points down from his main challenger, Lewis Hamilton.
- With seven races left in the 21‑race season, those blunders could have left Vettel in front of the championship.
- Now he’s scrambling to catch up, but every lap is a tight shoot‑out with Hamilton.
Vettel’s Take on the Situation
“The biggest enemy is me,” the German told reporters, laying out the truth like a form letter of shame.
He called the upcoming race a “straight‑forward” sprint to close the gap:
“He’s ahead at the moment, so I’m the one to beat. We’ve had the chances.”
“It doesn’t help when you start from the front row and end up facing the wrong way, like that first‑lap spin at Monza two weeks ago that left me at the back.”
“We need to look after ourselves, and if we do that, we have a good chance to win races.”
What’s Next
Vettel’s message is simple: no more gaffes, more focus, and a chance to stun Hamilton in Singapore before the season’s final swing.
Inside Sebastian Vettel’s Post‑Race Bummer
Vettel turned his tumble into a lesson when he spoke after the rainy German Grand Prix. He admitted that the biggest disappointment for him was running out of steam when he hit the wet track while still in the lead, allowing Lewis Hamilton to bag the checkered flag.
Key Takeaways from the Driver
- Understanding the Crash: Vettel says the most important thing is knowing what happened. “I can explain it,” he shared, leaving everyone else free to draw their own conclusions.
- Focusing on the Future: He didn’t dwell on the setback. “I would have loved to win in Germany,” he confessed, “but I’m not too bothered.”
- Moving Forward: Rather than stressing over “what ifs,” Vettel is looking ahead, ready to tackle the next grid.
Grand Prix Sniff‑test
In a nutshell: a wet track, a lead, a crash, and a Hamilton win—Vettel prepped good vibes for the coming seasons.