Sebastian Vettel is set to retire from F1 after the Abu Dhabi GP this weekend
Lewis Hamilton called Sebastian Vettel a ‘nuisance’ in a light-hearted conversation ahead of the season’s final race in Abu Dhabi. Hamilton, Vettel, Fernando Alonso, and Yuki Tsunoda participated in this fun session, where drivers spoke about their most memorable moments with Vettel. Four-time world champion Sebastian Vettel will officially retire from the sport after this weekend’s race.
When asked about his rivalry with Vettel, Hamilton mischievously said: “What do I think of Seb? He was a bit of a nuisance back then.” Vettel was quick to reply, stating: “Sorry, it’s your answer, but Baku, the collision in the 2017 race, for me wasn’t a great moment, because what I did wasn’t right, but I think from that moment onwards our friendship got better. So I don’t want that to not happen.”
Despite their differences, Vettel and Hamilton have been very close friends and are two of the greatest icons of the sport.
Fans react to the funny conversation between Vettel and Hamilton on Twitter
Let us take a look at some of the reactions from fans on Twitter.
“Nuisance. Says the guy who kept hating on seb during those days and undermining his victories and championships”, wrote a fan who took Hamilton’s statement too seriously.
“Nice to see…bitter rivals with mutual respect amd appreciation for each other.Tsunoda there completely out of place (he should be with Mick and Latifi) and Alonso laughing as if he knows what respect is”, wrote another fan.
“Huge respect to Seb for calling out his misdemeanour at Baku. He should leave, temporarily maybe, the sport with his head high. Thanks Seb”, read a tweet.
“2 grown-ups with respect and humour for each other. Great world champs”, tweeted another fan.
Another fan wrote: “Two proper champions taking the piss out of each other with total respect. Both legends.”
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