The Formula 1 legend, Sebastian Vettel broke everyone’s hearts when he unexpectedly announced his retirement in July 2022 with a video post made on his Instagram account. Although there are theories regarding this decision whether it was about being kicked out or Aston Martin choosing Fernando Alonso over the German veteran, Vettel explained how he wished to take time off and spend more time with his family.
The famous 4XWDC champion Sebastian Vettel has largely kept a low profile since quitting Formula 1 at the end of the previous season. The usually private Vettel recently drew attention by revealing his participation in the recognized Goodwood Festival of Speed, where he will have the honor of piloting Nigel Mansell’s iconic Williams FW14B.
BREAKING: Sebastian Vettel has announced he will retire from F1 at the end of the 2022 season
— Formula 1 (@F1) July 28, 2022
4 world titles
53 race wins
122 podiums
1 phenomenal career#ThankYouSeb pic.twitter.com/K8BVXI6IAx
Even though rumors about a possible return to the Formula 1 grid continue to be circulating or at least is anticipated, the German driver seems to prefer enjoying himself in the coziness of his home walls living. Vettel has now and again spoken openly with Bild.de, a German news agency, regarding his state of mind in retirement and the perks that it has brought him. But apart from all that, he has invested in a few brands which include Aston Martin.
Investments made by Sebastian Vettel
Vettel withdrew as an F1 driver but never stopped pursuing something that matters to him. Sebastian Vettel remained true to his word and invested in the environmentally friendly sports drink company called BACX. By moving away from sugar-filled drinks, Jason Baits-Tomlin founded BACX in 2020 with the mission of providing athletes and sports enthusiasts with a healthier and more effective energy and rehydration alternative.
292. Sebastian Vettel’s BACX 500ml Bio Bottle. pic.twitter.com/pVVwsBIB7G
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The German driver led the charge in obtaining $1.7 million in seed finance and was impressed by the company’s commitment to sustainability with the potency of its products and services. Vettel, who raced and trained for fitness with Aston Martin in 2022, now serves as the business’s lead global brand ambassador. The company’s commitment to providing a vegan-friendly mix that excludes artificial preservatives, colors, and flavors, as well as caffeine, maltodextrin, and the 14 major allergens.
Apart from being involved in entrepreneurial ventures, Sebastian Vettel, in all his glory, will be a part of the event at Nurburgring Nordschleife on September 9, 2023. He will be joined by Daniel Ricciardo in the RB8, the car in which he won the 2012 World Championship all while driving Redbull’s RB7, the car he used to win the 2011 World Championship. On e-fuel, a fuel produced from renewable resources that are environmentally friendly, both drivers are going to show off some of their skills.