The unexpected move of Lewis Hamilton to Ferrari created an opportunity for several drivers to join the Silver Arrows. The announcement of Hamilton’s multi-year contract with Maranello left the team boss with the task of finding a replacement for the seven-time world champion. As the team prepares for the upcoming season, the son of a legendary driver expressed his desire to join Brackley after Hamilton’s departure.
Mick Schumacher, currently serving as a reserve driver for Mercedes in Formula 1 and participating in the Alpine World Endurance Championship, sees the vacant seat in Brackley as a chance to return to Formula 1 and fulfill his dream. However, Schumacher acknowledges the importance of his roles as a Mercedes F1 test driver and his obligations in the Alpine WEC. If he performs well, the door may open for him to return to Formula 1 and take Hamilton’s place. Therefore, Mick Schumacher remains vigilant in his pursuit of a possible seat at Mercedes from the next season.
Confident in his abilities as a driver, Mick Schumacher believes that the Mercedes team is aware of his skills behind the wheel. He sees himself as a strong candidate to replace the seven-time world champion in Brackley. However, his focus at the moment is on excelling in the WEC to gain recognition in the world of motorsport.
Hamilton’s move has forced Mercedes to consider their options for a new driver to join Schumacher. With the driver market opening up until 2025, team boss Wolff is not in a hurry to make a decision. However, Mick Schumacher aims to impress both in the WEC and in Formula 1 to secure a place in one of the top teams in motorsport.
As Lewis Hamilton approaches his final season as a Mercedes driver in Formula 1, he is determined to finish on a high and compete for the world championship. However, the pace shown by Red Bull during testing sessions has raised doubts about the team’s chances of success throughout the season.