Hamilton hopes 'rare' Vettel shows young drivers that they can use F1 as a platform for 'something far, far bigger.' 'I really hope we see more people like him. But, I can't guarantee that, because I think he's rare.'
Four-time F1 world champion Vettel announced ahead of the Hungarian Grand Prix that he will retire at the end of the 2022 season, bringing to an end his 15-year stint on the grid.
Hamilton hoped Vettel's efforts to speak up in recent years would help inspire the next generation of drivers coming through to use their public standing through F1 in a similar way. "I really hope he inspires the next generation. Whether it's this one or the younger generation that will be coming through, to be more confident in utilising their platform, realising it's not just about them and their car."But, I can't guarantee that, because I think he's rare."
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