Former F1 world champion Sebastian Vettel is changing gears from international racing fame to grassroots empowerment with a high-powered new initiative in Saudi Arabia. As the howl of the Grand Prix engines echoes through Jeddah, Vettel is working on a softer revolution, inspiring young Saudi women with a love of motorsport.
His work extends far beyond the track. With local institutions and driving academies, Vettel is sponsoring and guiding up-and-coming female drivers and engineers, hoping to build a long-term pipeline of Saudi women into the world of racing. It’s not merely about speed — it’s about visibility, opportunity, and changing minds.
This action comes on the heels of reforms in the Kingdom in recent years that have welcomed women into diverse fields. Vettel’s movement fuels this momentum by providing workshops, track events, and talent-building sessions for young women, urging them towards careers in the fast lane, both literally and figuratively.
Under full support of the Saudi motorsport authorities, the project marks the dawn of a new age with inclusiveness and ambition on the wheel. Vettel says, “This isn’t about headlines — it’s about legacy.”
