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Stewart applauds Rosberg’s ‘courage’ and ‘wisdom’
- Updated: December 3, 2016
Jackie Stewart believes Nico Rosberg showed “courage” and “wisdom” in his decision to retire for Formula 1.
Rosberg shocked the Formula 1 fraternity on Friday when he announced that he was retiring from the sport, five days after winning the World title.
Having fulfilled that childhood dream, the Mercedes driver cited his desire to spend time with his family as one of the reasons for walking away.
“I think it’s great news,” Stewart told Telegraph Sport. “Very few drivers have had the courage to do what Nico has done. Or the wisdom.
“To come through without a drop of blood off his body, to win the World title, and then to say ‘that’s it, I’m done’. I just think it’s terrific.”
He added: “Knowing Nico, I do not believe this is a decision he will have taken lightly. He is highly …
