The 2022 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix was held at the Yas Marina Circuit and concluded the season with Max Verstappen's 15th victory. Starting from pole position, the Red Bull driver kept control of the race throughout the Grand Prix, leaving no chance to the competition. Behind him, Charles Leclerc produced an exceptional performance to take second place, both in the race and in the drivers' championship, narrowly ahead of Sergio Pérez.
The race had some very strong moments, such as the retirement of Fernando Alonso with a mechanical problem for his last race under the colors of Alpine. But also and above all the last appearance of Sebastian Vettel in F1 who, for his farewell Grand Prix, finished 10th, bringing a point to Aston Martin.
After 16 seasons in F1, 299 Grands Prix, 57 pole positions, 53 victories and above all four world titles, Sebastian Vettel has written his name into the legend of the sport.
First victory (2008 Italian Grand Prix): Vettel wins his first race with Toro Rosso at Monza, becoming the youngest Grand Prix winner at 21 years old. It is also the only victory for the Toro Rosso team.
First world title (Abu Dhabi 2010): he became the youngest world champion after a season marked by intense struggles, winning the title despite falling behind by 15 points before the final event.
Domination chez Red Bull (2010-2013): Vettel won four consecutive titles, setting several records, including nine consecutive victories in 2013, and achieving “Grand Slams” (pole, victory, fastest lap, and leader of all laps).
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Brazil 2012 : during this decisive race for the championship, Vettel recovered after an accident on the first lap to move up to sixth place and secure his third world title, thus becoming the youngest triple champion in history.
Time at Ferrari (2015-2020): Although he did not win a Championship with the Scuderia, Vettel scored notable victories like in Malaysia 2015, and offered Ferrari a new era of competitiveness.
Decline after Hockenheim 2018 : Leader of the championship, he lost control of his Ferrari in the rain, which symbolized the start of a difficult period marked by errors and a drop in competitiveness.
Latest chapters at Aston Martin (2021-2022): Vettel ends his career as a mentor, while scoring important points for the team.
