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Sebastian Vettel Says Climate Risks Spur Doubt Over F1 Future

The driver wore a T-shirt ahead of the inaugural Miami Grand Prix that read: “Miami 2060. First Grand Prix under water. Act now or swim later.”

Sebastian Vettel walks in the Paddock during previews ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Miami on May 5.

Sebastian Vettel walks in the Paddock during previews ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Miami on May 5.

Photographer: Mark Thompson/Getty Images

By
Press Association

Four-time world champion Sebastian Vettel admitted he has questioned whether he should retire from Formula One amid concerns over climate change.

Speaking on BBC’s Question Time, the Aston Martin driver, 34, said he is a “hypocrite” for dovetailing his environmental campaign while continuing to race in F1.