Red Bull boss heaps praise on Vettel

Date published : 09 Mar 2010 - 11:51:14

Red Bull Racing boss Christian Horner feels Sebastian Vettel has become "the complete driver" despite failing to land last year's Formula One world title.

Vettel finished runner-up to Jenson Button, pushing the Briton all the way to the penultimate grand prix in Brazil after the 30-year-old had made his stunning start with six wins in the opening seven races.

"Sebastian has all the makings of a champion," said Horner. "It's still very early to say, and ultimately he has to go out and do it. But he is a very intelligent driver, tremendously talented, has a high work ethic, and is a very dedicated and focused individual."

He continued: "Most of all, he is a nice guy as well, a very popular member of the team because he is very down to earth. Success hasn't changed him.

"His rise to stardom has been meteoric so far, and he is improving, evolving and growing. He is a remarkable character, but I see a very hungry and determined young man.

"Now with two full years' experience and a championship campaign under his belt, I think he goes into this year pretty much the complete driver."

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