Sebastian Vettel has been confirmed as an Aston Martin driver for the 2021 season – just hours after Sergio Perez revealed he was leaving the team. He had been in talks with Aston Martin, who will rebrand from Racing Point in 2021, for several weeks after becoming a free agent and is now set to team up with Lance Stroll, the son of Lawrence Stroll – a co-owner of the team. ‘I’m extremely proud to say that I will become an Aston Martin driver in 2021. To do so with Aston Martin will be a huge privilege.’. Vettel is set to link up with Lance Stroll at his new team, set to rebrand as Aston Martin in 2021. Sebastian is a proven champion and brings a winning mentality that matches our own ambitions for the future as Aston Martin F1 Team.‍. Team principal Otmar Szafnauer said Vettel’s experience would take them to the next level.

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