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"One to Watch" File  Nov 7, 11:37

vettelFrom a story posted today on Pitpass.com....

When Sebastian Vettel made his F1 debut on the Friday of the Turkish Grand Prix - assuming the role of 'third driver' from Robert Kubica, who in turn had been promoted to a full race seat following the 'departure' of Jacques Villeneuve - there were widespread shouts, not merely among race fans but within the F1 paddock, of "who?"

However, later that day, having posted the fastest time of the day, the sport appeared to have found the latest sensation.

All in all, it was a historic day for the young German, for not only had he edged out Michael Schumacher, Kimi Raikkonen, Felipe Massa and Fernando Alonso, he had, at 19 years and 53 days, become the youngest driver to take part in a Grand Prix weekend. On the other hand, he became the youngest to receive a fine in an F1 car (speeding in the pitlane), incurring the fine just 9 seconds into his F1 career.


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So, Mirko and Dr. Theissen, when do we get to meet this new driving sensation and have him to our base in Valencia for another F1-AC crossover promotion? As much as we liked having Ralfie and Jacques around, during Act 10 Nick Heidfeld was a lot more interesting and fun, and it sounds like you have found another winner -- on and off the track -- in Mr Vettel.


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19yo Sebastian Vettel in action earlier this year at Monza.


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One to watch in 2007.