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Sebastian Vettel set to compete in race of champions

Sebastian Vettel set to compete in race of champions

01-11-2018 11:18

Sebastian Vettel will return to Mexico in January to compete in the race of champions. It's an event where the best drivers from different racing cateogries fight it out in different cars on a unique circuit.

Vettel has won the title several times, including the six nations cup together with Michael Schumacher. Last years event was won by David Coulthard.

"I am very happy that I can go back to the Race of Champions, it has been a regular part of my racing life since I made my debut in Formula 1. All drivers who participated are immediately in love with the event. This is because everyone is reminded of the fact that we started racing, pure competition in identical cars," Vettel told PlanetF1.

"This time the event is held in the spectacular Foro Sol and I believe this is the ideal location for the Race of Champions. The races are intense and everyone wants to win, but we also want to create a great show for the fans ", says the German.

Lewis Hamilton has never competed in this competition. Mercedes have their own 'stars and cars' event which is very similar.