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Reaction to Rosberg's sudden retirement

Nico Rosberg stunned Formula One on Friday by announcing his retirement, only days after he had won the world championship with Mercedes at the season-ending Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. The following details the reaction of those within the Formula 1, and the sporting world in general, to his surprising decision: Mercedes team boss Toto Wolff: 'This is a brave decision by Nico and testament to the strength of his character,' Wolff said in a team statement. 'He has chosen to leave at the pinnacle of his career, as world champion, having achieved his childhood dream. The clarity of his judgement meant I accepted his decision straight away when he told me.' Team mate Lewis Hamilton: 'This is the...
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