WATCH: Sebastian Vettel pays emotional Michael Schumacher tribute in Ferrari F2002 - "I felt him a lot today"
Four-time Formula 1 world champion Sebastian Vettel was overcome with emotion after treating the Italian fans at Monza to a demo run in his friend Michael Schumacher's 2002 Ferrari. Vettel completed a handful of laps in the F2002 as part of the pre-race activities at Monza, on a weekend where Ferrari celebrated the 30th anniversary of Schumacher's debut with the team in 1996. The sleek ... Keep…
Sebastian Vettel recently drove Michael Schumacher's former Ferrari F2002 during the Italian Grand Prix at Monza, as part of a tribute to the German legend. Rubens Barrichello, the former teammate of Schumacher, also had the chance to drive the powerful machine at the circuit. The F2002, powered by a V10 engine and prepared by Shell, won a total of 15 races during Schumacher's 2002 season, securing the constructors' championship title.
After Barrichello's turn, Vettel took the wheel, much to the delight of the fans. The emotional Italian driver spoke about his connection to the car, saying it was not only a beautiful piece of machinery but also belonged to his dear friend Schumacher. Vettel, visibly moved, expressed his gratitude to the fans, the Tifosi, and the entire F1 community.
Ferrari honored Schumacher by displaying two of his iconic cars at the circuit, along with a special livery for the weekend. The majority of the drivers, including Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc, wore race suits with seven stars to commemorate Schumacher's seven world championships.
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