While Germany’s Sebastian Vettel should be hailed for becoming the youngest driver to win four straight Formula One titles at the Buddh International Circuit in Greater Noida yesterday, his triumph at the Indian Grand Prix must be put in perspective.

Vettel bowing in front of his car after his triumph yesterday provided more ammunition for his critics who believe that he stands at the top of his sport only because of his car. In short, the cry of ‘it’s all about the car’ got louder yesterday, something that comes close on the heels of Lewis Hamilton, one of his sharpest rivals, calling Vettel’s style of driving boring.