Mark Webber has praised his partnership with Red Bull teammate Sebastian Vettel.

Despite widespread reports that the Australian was to sign with the famous red car at the end of the season, he extended his contract with his current employers on Monday.

While many believe that the two Red Bull drivers don't get on, Webber has heaped praise on Vettel and claims that he has a great partnership with the world champion.

"Obviously with Seb, we've worked very, very close together for a long period of time now. I think no-one would really have envisaged how long we have worked together, so that's probably been a bit of a surprise," said Webber.

"There are not many teammates staying together for that long in Formula 1, but it's proved to be a successful partnership with both of us working very hard with the key technical members of the team. It's been a potent operation.

"We're still competitive when we hit the track, no question about it, especially in 2010 and this year. Last year there wasn't much racing between Sebastian and I, but in 2009, 2010 and this year, there have been some great battles. That's been enjoyable for the team, sometimes stressful too as it's not easy for both of us to be at the front and I can understand that, as both of us are thinking about ourselves sometimes, but ultimately we know that we need to get the cars home and get the best results for us and the team."

Webber won the British Grand Prix at Silverstone on Sunday.