World Series debutant
Sebastian Vettel has a lot to look forward to in 2007, as he bids to go one better than the runner-up position he achieved in the F3 Euroseries last year while at the same time making his mark as BMW-Sauber’s third driver in
Formula One.
The 19-year-old German will compete for respected outfit Carlin Motorsport in the World Series, what he hopes will provide him with a springboard from which to launch his career in motor racing’s uppermost echelon. Here he tells us about his hopes and expectations for the season ahead…
Q:
Sebastian, you are BMW-Sauber’s third driver this year. How big an opportunity is that for you?
Sebastian Vettel:
It’s fantastic. First of all I can get even more experience in a Formula One car throughout the season, but it’s not an easy job. In case anything happens I have to be ready, and fulfil my job without any mistakes at all. It’s a big thing, but I’m really looking forward to it.
Q:
You must be very proud and excited to be working with the team now?
SV:
Yes, of course. It’s a pleasure. All the guys there are very motivated and looking forward to the new season. It’s just great to enter Formula One and see how people work there. There’s always a lot of development and new parts coming along and it’s just more fun to work in this category.
Q:
How difficult will it be to balance your testing duties with BMW-Sauber in Formula One alongside your racing commitments?
SV:
I don’t think it will be a problem. Unfortunately the
FIA have restricted testing a bit this year so there’s less driving, but this will help me in the World Series. There are no big issues with clashes or anything.
Q:
Last year you finished as runner-up in the F3 Euroseries, having fought Paul di Resta for the crown all season-long. How disappointing was it to ultimately miss out on the title at the end?
SV:
The championship was my target throughout the whole season. Right from winter training and testing the aim was to win the title. It was a bit of an up-and-down season both for him and for me. Of course it was disappointing at the end of the year to finish second, but I think I can still be happy with what I achieved.
Q:
In 2007, as you mentioned, you will be competing in the World Series by Renault. How excited are you about that?
