Abu Dhabi Grand Prix – Fernando Alonso reveals a special promise to Sebastian Vettel

Alonso kept his word and stayed behind the German at the first stage of the Grand Prix, whose cockpit the Spaniard will inherit next season. And this despite the fact that Alonso himself ended his career in Abu Dhabi four years ago before returning last season.

Therefore, before the race, he wanted to prepare Vettel for the special emotions that the final Grand Prix brings. “The warm-up lap was the most emotional moment for me,” he told Vettel before the Grand Prix, “you’re alone in the car for the first time. It’s quiet and then you realize: this is the last time.” Him: “Enjoy it. You’re a legend!”

Vettel expects a “blow”

“When the lights are off, you’re in your race. I rode my race like many before and managed not to lose focus too much. It’s going to take some time. Tonight or tomorrow morning will be another chance,” predicted Vettel, who enthused about the special atmosphere on the grid after the race.

“There was a special energy throughout the weekend between the drivers, but also in the paddock. There was also a lot of positive vibration from the outside and I’m very grateful for that,” said the 35-year-old after crossing the road. finish line for the last time.

Vettel says goodbye with a message

Also because Vettel was more than a racing driver in the final stage of his career, which he proved again after the end of the season with an impressive final letter at the start and finish respectively.

“We have the power to inspire people through what we do and say. There are more important things than sticking around for loops. But that’s what we love. Thank you for the support,” he said, emphasizing, “Of course I will miss all of that. It was a pleasure.”