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Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff refused to rule out the prospect of Sebastian Vettel replacing Lewis Hamilton at Mercedes next season, saying the four-time world champion is ‘someone you can never discount.’
Vettel walked away from the sport in 2022 after 15 years in the cockpit but has opened the door to a shock return to the track in recent interviews.
The German, 36, claimed he had been speaking to Wolff, who is on the hunt for a driver to partner George Russell at Mercedes for the 2025 season following Hamilton’s shock departure for Ferrari.
Hamilton himself appeared to endorse Vettel as his successor yesterday, saying he would ‘love’ to see the former Red Bull driver back on the grid.
And while Wolff made it abundantly clear that the Silver Arrows won’t rush the process of finding Hamilton’s replacement, he conceded that he does have a shortlist in mind.
Toto Wolff refused to rule out Sebastian Vettel serving as Lewis Hamilton's successor at Mercedes
Speculation has been rampant after the German hinted he is considering a return to Formula One
‘Sebastian is someone you can never discount. His track record is phenomenal and sometimes taking a break is also good. It’s what important for you and you find your motivation,’ said Wolff.
