Webber: 2014 will suit Vettel perfectly

The new regulations of the F1 put in place for the 2014 season will offer a new opportunity to redistribute the cards following the undisputed domination of Sebastian Vettel et Red Bull Racing over the last four years. Despite these new developments, many expect to see the four-time world champion still playing at the forefront. His former teammate Mark Webber even thinks that the situation could be favorable to him.

“Seb is the favorite for the Drivers’ Championship. He's going to start the season very strong, even if people don't want to hear that. I think (Red Bull) is going to be very competitive.”, a commenté le nouveau pilote Porsche on BBC Sport. “It will be more of an engine battle than an aerodynamic battle, which is probably not a bad thing for some. But the driver's skills will also be important, particularly their intelligence regarding management and pace with the technology that these cars will have next year, and that will help Sebastian. It's perfect for him. »

Mark Webber also highlighted the German by placing him among the best drivers in the field according to his criteria. “It’s probably between Seb and Fernando (Alonso). You have to put it all together, it’s hard to say. We always had to adjust our skills: with the Pirellis, the fuel, the one-lap qualifying… I would say Fernando on Sundays over two hours. Without a doubt. But I don't think he can follow Seb on a lap. For the race, it’s very close between the two. Lewis (Hamilton) is skilled but probably not as skilled as them. »