Sebastian Vettel is an inspirational German racing driver who competed in Formula One from 2007 to 2022, earning his place as one of the most successful competitors in the sport’s history. Having raced for BMW Sauber, Toro Rosso, Red Bull Racing, Ferrari and Aston Martin, he is widely recognised for combining technical intelligence with relentless determination. As the youngest World Drivers’ Champion in Formula One history, Sebastian offers rare insight into sustained excellence, teamwork and performance under extreme pressure.
His Formula One debut came with BMW Sauber at the United States Grand Prix, where he immediately impressed by setting the fastest time in a free practice session. Early milestones saw him become the youngest driver to compete in a Grand Prix and the youngest to top a practice session. A move to Scuderia Toro Rosso marked a breakthrough period in his career. He was named Rookie of the Year at the Autosport Awards and secured a historic victory at the Italian Grand Prix, becoming the youngest driver at the time to win a Formula One race. These formative years established his reputation as a fearless yet analytical competitor capable of mastering complex machinery and volatile conditions.
Sebastian’s transfer to Red Bull Racing ushered in one of the most dominant eras in modern Formula One. He won four consecutive World Drivers’ Championship titles and set records including the most pole positions in a single season and nine consecutive race victories. His first championship was sealed with a decisive win at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, confirming his status as the sport’s youngest world champion. Later, at Ferrari, he added 14 further Grand Prix victories and twice finished runner up in the Drivers’ Championship. He concluded his racing career with Aston Martin. Beyond the cockpit, he has been honoured as German Sports Personality of the Year and European Sportsperson of the Year, and received the Autosport Gregor Grant Award. His Race without Trace initiative, showcased at the Goodwood Festival of Speed, demonstrated the viability of sustainably produced fuel in Formula One machinery.
As a keynote speaker, Sebastian Vettel translates elite sporting success into practical lessons on leadership, collaboration and marginal gains. He speaks candidly about resilience, accountability and the psychological discipline required to remain at the top. Increasingly, he addresses sustainability and responsible innovation, drawing on his advocacy work within motorsport. Audiences value his authenticity, strategic mindset and lived experience of building high performance cultures, making him a compelling and credible voice for organisations striving for excellence and positive change.
