Rosberg would certainly have continued his career if he had failed in Abu Dhabi

The 2016 world champion, who announced his retirement yesterday, admitted in Vienna that he would have continued his career if he had not been crowned last weekend.

Published on 03/12/2016 à 13:06

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Rosberg would certainly have continued his career if he had failed in Abu Dhabi

A few hours after indicated his withdrawal from F1, five days after being crowned world champion in Abu Dhabi, Nico Rosberg received his trophy at the FIA ​​Prize Giving in Vienna, Austria.

The opportunity for the German driver to return to this announcement which surprised the world of motorsport. “This is what I have pursued throughout my career, and the mission is accomplished for me. It's a dream come true. »

Nico Rosberg, however, clarified, as an echo of his statements yesterday, that he could have continued his career if the outcome of the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix had not smiled on him. “ I never give up, Rosberg explains. If I had finished second, I would definitely have continued for another year next year. » pointed out the new retiree.

Nico Rosberg's career in figures:

11 seasons (2006-2016)

206 Grand Prix

2016 World Champion

23 wins

57 podiums

30 pole positions

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