The traits that explain Vettel's lopsided F1 career

A new episode of The Race's 'Driving Style Secrets' podcast, published on 31 May 2026 and featuring analysts Edd Straw and Mark Hughes, examines why Sebastian Vettel's Formula 1 career was so uneven. Vettel became only the third driver in history to win four consecutive F1 world championships with Red Bull Racing, benefiting heavily from Adrian Newey's car design expertise. The analysis explores the unique driving skillset that made Vettel crushingly dominant in one era yet seemingly lost in others, a legacy that continues to spark fierce debate.