Vettel eyes more records

ABU DHABI—World champion Sebastian Vettel is not finished with Formula One’s record books just yet.

His dominant win in Sunday’s Abu Dhabi Grand Prix was his seventh in a row — matching Michael Schumacher’s feat in 2004 — and 11th of the season that leaves him 130 points clear of his nearest rival.

At 26, the Red Bull driver is the youngest four-time F1 champion and by the end of November he could have matched two more records.

With two races left, he could reach Schumacher’s single-season record of 13 GP wins and Alberto Ascari’s long-standing record of nine consecutive race wins, although they spanned two seasons in 1952-53.

“I think it is hard to put these things into perspective,” Vettel said. “But it’s incredible to have such a strong bunch of people who believe so strongly in what they are doing.”

Vettel started from second on the grid, but within seconds had overtaken Red Bull teammate Mark Webber and was untouchable after that, beating Webber by 30.8 seconds over 55 laps, and finishing 33.6 clear of Mercedes driver Nico Rosberg.

“The car was flawless, it doesn’t happen that often that the car responds to everything you want,” Vettel said. “I am looking forward to tonight, where there will be a few drinks.”

Although the German had already clinched his latest title at the Indian GP last weekend, he proved beyond any doubt that his thirst for victory is unquenchable.

“Obviously, winning is very special,” Vettel said. “Seven races in a row — every single one is tough.”