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SuperReturn Africa
1-3 December 2026
The Westin, Cape Town
Racing for returns: Nico Rosberg on transitioning from F1 to venture capital

Transitioning from professional athlete to private market investor is a common occurrence in private capital by now, and investing in sports is growing into a sub asset-class on it's own. At SuperReturn International 2025, we had the pleasure of being joined by 2016 F1 world champion Nico Rosberg, who's firm, Rosberg Ventures, has grown into a significant player in venture capital. We caught up with him after his keynote interview discuss how the world of fast paced racing translates into an arena of long-term investment decision. Watch the interview below to learn about:

  • Transitioning from F1 to venture capital
  • The competitive spirit that's key to success in venture capital
  • How team dynamics are a core part of a succesful business
  • Rosberg Ventures' investment strategies and sectors of interest
  • The future of F1 and sports investing




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