Vettel admits 'problems' with Alonso in 2010
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- 2010 World Champion speaks out
- Vettel discusses rival Alonso
Vettel admits 'problems' with Alonso in 2010
Sebastian Vettel has revealed a less than rosy relationship with his 2010 championship rival Fernando Alonso.
"We did have some problems," the German said in an interview published by La Stampa in Italy.
"But the event was judged by outsiders wrongly, and Fernando and I have since spoken and our relationship is now good.
"Two people can have different ideas but still respect each other," insisted the 23-year-old German.
Asked, however, whether the Spaniard congratulated him after winning last year's title, Vettel answered simply: "No.
"Nothing in Abu Dhabi. In Monte Carlo (for the FIA prize giving) he shook my hand.
"That's normal," the Red Bull driver explained. "If you win, others are disappointed and some need 5 minutes to move past it, others two weeks," said Vettel.
Two people can have different ideas but still respect each other.
In 2011, their relationship might be further strained, after Vettel admitted he covets Alonso's Ferrari race seat.
Asked about those rumours, he answered: "I have a contract with Red Bull this season and an option for 2012. After that, you never know what can happen.
"Right now I'm happy where I am," insisted Vettel.
And asked who he thinks his main contenders will be in 2011, the reigning world champion said: "Massa and Alonso are looking strong. Then McLaren and Mercedes."
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