Vettel Praises Norris' Self-Criticism as Formula One Role Model

Sebastian Vettel, a four-time Formula 1 champion, praised Lando Norris as a 'real role model' for his open self-criticism, viewing it as a strength rather than a weakness. Ahead of the fifth round of the season in Saudi Arabia, Norris, who leads his teammate Oscar Piastri by three points, took responsibility for his performance after a difficult Bahrain weekend, admitting to mistakes in both qualifying and the race. Vettel highlighted this transparency as a positive shift in the sport, contrasting it with the traditional mindset of hiding vulnerability. He believes that acknowledging personal challenges is part of progress and encourages a more human approach among drivers. Vettel expressed confidence in Norris's potential while suggesting that the rivalry with Piastri may not be as intense as his own past experiences. Overall, he sees Norris's openness as a significant development in the Formula 1 landscape.