How Vettel joined the F1 elite
In only his second full year of F1, Sebastian Vettel became a regular winner and a genuine title contender - but the 2009 season also highlighted where he still needs to raise his game
So what did we learn about Sebastian Vettel this year?
Two things. First, the talent that was hinted at with Toro Rosso during 2008 is genuine. But second, that ability is still unrefined.
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