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texex91 · 3 December 2016, 12:20 AM

Bye Nico....

Most interesting part will be who will take his seat.

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/formula-1...nounces-shock/

Nico Rosberg, the 31-year-old German who won his first Formula One championship on Sunday, unexpectedly retired from racing on Friday.

In a Facebook post, Rosberg said that winning the title had prompted him to leave the sport. “Since 25 years in racing, it has been my dream, my ‘one thing’ to become Formula One world champion,” he wrote. “And now I’ve made it. I have climbed my mountain, I am on the peak, so this feels right.”

enjoythemusic · 3 December 2016, 12:29 AM

Wow! Frankly, can't say i blame him. To be at the pinnacle of the F1 sport as a driver it takes a lot of time, effort, and family sacrifice.

alllexandru · 3 December 2016, 12:35 AM

Sad because everybody expected for him to fight next year defending his title.
I think the pressure and emotions accumulated this season have put him down, it was hell of a season for him.
The guy deserves a break and spend quality time with his family.
Congrats for achieving his dream, F1W.C and I hope to see him come back full power.

MonBK · 3 December 2016, 12:38 AM

Good for him to retire when on top.

rr-nyc · 3 December 2016, 01:26 AM

He reached the pinnacle of his sport and walks away on top, in health, and lots of cash in the bank. I can't imagine a better way of doing it

RW16610 · 3 December 2016, 01:40 AM

If you're going to retire THAT'S the best way to do it. Congrats to him on achieving a dream.

fmc000 · 3 December 2016, 01:42 AM

Switch Hamilton - Vettel becomes probable IMHO.

Chewbacca · 3 December 2016, 01:47 AM

Smart.

Once the passion fades, why risk your life and deal with the crap sponsorship responsibilities anyway. He'll do sport cars and maybe slower tin tops and have more fun again. Today's F1 sucks for the drivers and 31 is actually retirement age.

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The Joker · 3 December 2016, 01:49 AM

A real racer would want to defend his title.

But respect his decision.

psv · 3 December 2016, 01:50 AM

Well done

daveathall · 3 December 2016, 01:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by The Joker

A real racer would want to defend his title.

But respect his decision.

I agree with this.

TheRolexKingofLV · 3 December 2016, 02:57 AM

I'm not a Nico fan, but congrats on winning it all, and walking away healthy, and walking away champ.

superdog · 3 December 2016, 04:28 AM

Respect.

perpetualman88 · 3 December 2016, 04:39 AM

respect for sure

larsr · 3 December 2016, 04:40 AM

One word: FAMILY.

GoingPlaces · 3 December 2016, 04:47 AM

Wow, big news. Curious to see how his replacement will perform next year, it's a great car.

Runner1975 · 3 December 2016, 05:10 AM

A surprising decision but one that shows some maturity, I would say. Many reasons to move on, no doubt, but making family a priority is quite admirable. Knowing when to say when can be difficult --- but he leaves on his own terms as a champion.

rr-nyc · 3 December 2016, 05:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by The Joker

A real racer would want to defend his title.

But respect his decision.

A real competitor, he would want to defend their title. As a racer, he's already won

cdmorenot · 3 December 2016, 05:26 AM

Good for him. Get out while you're still alive. It is a dangerous sport, I am sure the time away from family and loved ones takes a toll on anyone.

Cru Jones · 3 December 2016, 05:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by The Joker

A real racer would want to defend his title.

But respect his decision.

x2

It's one thing to shoot for the top and make it. It's another to defend when everyone is going after you.

But no one can take away what he's already accomplished.

Soly20 · 3 December 2016, 09:21 AM

Totally not a Rosberg fan, however I totally support and understand his decision, even if I would never dare to do it, myself.

Respect!!!

T. Ferguson · 3 December 2016, 09:51 AM

Well spoken retirement but I can't help but feel if he could have gotten a ride with another team that had a car that was really equal to the Mercedes we may have heard an entirely different announcement today. But there is no such thing; Mercedes clearly has the best car.

Scot_3 · 3 December 2016, 01:27 PM

Nothing but respect, more courage than most people imho

Bruin Watch · 3 December 2016, 03:03 PM

Well deserved title and retirement (albeit the latter is surprising!).

Rock · 3 December 2016, 04:06 PM

A little silly to suggest a guy who just won the World Championship isn't a "real racer".
I have always respected Nico because of his maturity and self control and I feel sure this decision is a reflection of this maturity.
How many times do you have to win the WC to be a "real racer"? Should we discount all those who only won once and retired shortly after?

coffeebreak · 3 December 2016, 04:33 PM

IWC said it right in their Instagram post to Nico: "There are winners, and there are champions"

Congrats to Nico, and cheers to a great F1 career

maxbaris · 3 December 2016, 04:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by The Joker

A real racer would want to defend his title.

But respect his decision.

Well said.

bayerische · 3 December 2016, 07:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by The Joker

A real racer would want to defend his title.

But respect his decision.

Agree.

Tomas Eriksson · 3 December 2016, 08:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by the joker

a real racer would want to defend his title.

But respect his decision.

+1

1st amg · 3 December 2016, 09:03 PM

Nice back handed comments by Hamilton. Ouch . Congrats to Nico

3 December 2016, 12:20 AM	#1
texex91 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: . Posts: 17,898	Nico Rosberg Retires! Bye Nico.... Most interesting part will be who will take his seat. http://www.telegraph.co.uk/formula-1...nounces-shock/ Nico Rosberg, the 31-year-old German who won his first Formula One championship on Sunday, unexpectedly retired from racing on Friday. In a Facebook post, Rosberg said that winning the title had prompted him to leave the sport. “Since 25 years in racing, it has been my dream, my ‘one thing’ to become Formula One world champion,” he wrote. “And now I’ve made it. I have climbed my mountain, I am on the peak, so this feels right.”

3 December 2016, 12:29 AM	#2
enjoythemusic 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Real Name: Steven Location: Glocal Posts: 21,655	Wow! Frankly, can't say i blame him. To be at the pinnacle of the F1 sport as a driver it takes a lot of time, effort, and family sacrifice. __________________ __________________ Love timepieces and want to become a Watchmaker? Rolex has a sensational school. www.RolexWatchmakingTrainingCenter.com/ Sent from my Etch A Sketch using String Theory.

3 December 2016, 02:57 AM	#12
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3 December 2016, 04:28 AM	#13
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3 December 2016, 12:35 AM	#3
alllexandru "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Real Name: Alex Location: Old continent Posts: 2,510	Sad because everybody expected for him to fight next year defending his title. I think the pressure and emotions accumulated this season have put him down, it was hell of a season for him. The guy deserves a break and spend quality time with his family. Congrats for achieving his dream, F1W.C and I hope to see him come back full power.

3 December 2016, 12:38 AM	#4
MonBK Banned Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Kingstown Posts: 58,277	Good for him to retire when on top.

3 December 2016, 01:26 AM	#5
rr-nyc Liar & Ratbag Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Renato Location: NYC / Miami Beach Watch: Rolex Daytona Posts: 5,344	He reached the pinnacle of his sport and walks away on top, in health, and lots of cash in the bank. I can't imagine a better way of doing it

3 December 2016, 01:40 AM	#6
RW16610 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Rommel Location: Toronto Canada Watch: 116710LN Posts: 9,273	If you're going to retire THAT'S the best way to do it. Congrats to him on achieving a dream.

3 December 2016, 01:42 AM	#7
fmc000 Banned Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: Fabio Location: Como - Italy Posts: 4,811	Switch Hamilton - Vettel becomes probable IMHO.

3 December 2016, 01:47 AM	#8
Chewbacca Banned Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: CJ Location: Kashyyyk Watch: Kessel Run Chrono Posts: 21,110	Smart. Once the passion fades, why risk your life and deal with the crap sponsorship responsibilities anyway. He'll do sport cars and maybe slower tin tops and have more fun again. Today's F1 sucks for the drivers and 31 is actually retirement age. 20

3 December 2016, 01:49 AM	#9
The Joker "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Gotham Posts: 9,641	A real racer would want to defend his title. But respect his decision.

3 December 2016, 01:50 AM	#10
psv 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: USA & France Posts: 11,077	Well done

3 December 2016, 04:40 AM	#15
larsr "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: USA Posts: 197	One word: FAMILY.

3 December 2016, 04:47 AM	#16
GoingPlaces "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Washington, DC Posts: 5,356	Wow, big news. Curious to see how his replacement will perform next year, it's a great car.

3 December 2016, 05:10 AM	#17
Runner1975 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2016 Location: Florida Posts: 166	A surprising decision but one that shows some maturity, I would say. Many reasons to move on, no doubt, but making family a priority is quite admirable. Knowing when to say when can be difficult --- but he leaves on his own terms as a champion.

3 December 2016, 05:26 AM	#19
cdmorenot "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Real Name: Carlos. Location: NNJ - MDE Watch: = Want them all. Posts: 3,731	Good for him. Get out while you're still alive. It is a dangerous sport, I am sure the time away from family and loved ones takes a toll on anyone. __________________ \| Breguet \| Cartier \| Casio \| Hublot \| IWC \| Omega \| Rolex \| Seiko \|

3 December 2016, 09:21 AM	#21
Soly20 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: Soly Location: UK/US Watch: Rolex, AP, PP Posts: 3,089	Totally not a Rosberg fan, however I totally support and understand his decision, even if I would never dare to do it, myself. Respect!!!

3 December 2016, 09:51 AM	#22
T. Ferguson "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Left Coast Posts: 7,025	Well spoken retirement but I can't help but feel if he could have gotten a ride with another team that had a car that was really equal to the Mercedes we may have heard an entirely different announcement today. But there is no such thing; Mercedes clearly has the best car. __________________ *Some days it's just not worth chewing through the restraints.*

3 December 2016, 01:27 PM	#23
Scot_3 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Real Name: Scot Location: USA Watch: 1966 boyscout Posts: 914	Nothing but respect, more courage than most people imho __________________ Thanks Scot

3 December 2016, 03:03 PM	#24
Bruin Watch "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: LAX DFW Watch: RolexOmegaCartier Posts: 812	Well deserved title and retirement (albeit the latter is surprising!).

3 December 2016, 04:06 PM	#25
Rock "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Rocky Location: Australia Watch: Grail:Bluesy Posts: 17,891	A little silly to suggest a guy who just won the World Championship isn't a "real racer". I have always respected Nico because of his maturity and self control and I feel sure this decision is a reflection of this maturity. How many times do you have to win the WC to be a "real racer"? Should we discount all those who only won once and retired shortly after? __________________ Cellini 4112. Sub 14060M. DJ 16233. Rotherhams 1847 Pocket-watch. Foundation Member of 'Horologists Anonymous' "Hi, I'm Rocky, and I'm a Horologist..."

3 December 2016, 04:33 PM	#26
coffeebreak "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Philippines Posts: 457	IWC said it right in their Instagram post to Nico: "There are winners, and there are champions" Congrats to Nico, and cheers to a great F1 career

3 December 2016, 09:03 PM	#30
1st amg 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Real Name: nicholas Location: ottawa canada Watch: Rolex,AP,Panerai Posts: 10,545	Nice back handed comments by Hamilton. Ouch . Congrats to Nico

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