Silence was no option amid shock of Russia’s Ukraine invasion

The German made it clear last week, just hours after Russia declared war on Ukraine, that he would boycott the Formula 1 race in Sochi this year even if it went ahead.

Vettel’s strong stance earned him high praise, and comes off the back of a year where he has been applauded for his push on environmental and social matters.

While other drivers were not as vocal in their stance about the Ukraine situation, Vettel said it did not matter that not all his rivals were willing…