Official: Nico Rosberg retires from Formula 1!
Who could have imagined such news? Five days after his Abu Dhabi title win, Nico Rosberg retires from the racetrack!
The beginning of this break is decidedly tumultuous in the world of the reigning discipline. After the controversy over Lewis Hamilton’s behavior during the race, here is news that catches all observers off guard. The 33rd Formula 1 world champion is hanging up his gloves, with immediate effect! Here are the main points of a statement released on various social media pages dedicated to the German driver.
Throughout my 25 years in motorsport, I had a dream of becoming a Formula 1 World Champion. Beyond the hard work, the pain, the sacrifices, this was my goal. Now, I have done it. I have reached my goal, I am at the top, I feel good.
« I tell you, this season has been incredibly challenging. I gave everything in every area after the disappointments of the last two years. They pushed my motivation to a level I had never imagined before. Of course, this also had an impact on my loved ones, who did everything possible to achieve this goal. I can’t find the words to thank my wife Vivian: she has been incredible. She quickly understood that this year was crucial. She gave me the opportunity to fully rest between races by taking care of our child every night. »
When I won the race in Suzuka, from the moment my destiny for the title was in my hands, the big pressure arrived. I started thinking about ending my career if I became World Champion. On Sunday morning in Abu Dhabi, I knew it could be my last race. So I wanted to enjoy every moment. And when the lights went out at the start, I experienced the 55 most intense laps of my life. So I made the decision that Monday morning. After thinking it through, I saw Vivian and Georg (Nolte, from my management team), then Toto.
« The only thing that was complicated for me was that I was putting my racing family in a delicate situation. But Toto understood very well. He quickly understood my point of view, which reassured me. The achievement I will be most proud of will be winning the world championship with this incredible team, »
Now, I am here to enjoy the moment. From then on, it will be time to savor it in the coming weeks. After that, the next turn in my life will appear and I will see what it holds for me…
WATCH: 2016 @F1 World Champion @nico_rosberg talks about his decision to step away from racing #DankeN1CO #n1co #F1 https://t.co/D7nn80RuKp — MERCEDES AMG F1 (@MercedesAMGF1) 2 décembre 2016
