Reserve driver deal does not include much of a pathway back to Formula 1 grid.
The 23-year-old has now taken up a reserve position at the team for which his father, Michael, raced from 2010 to 2012. Schumacher will carry out regular work in Mercedes’ simulator at Brackley in the U.K. and will also attend all of the Grands Prix in 2023 as back-up to Lewis Hamilton and George Russell.racers jointly held the position, but de Vries has now joined the Formula 1 grid with AlphaTauri, and Vandoorne has switched to a co-reserve role at Aston Martin.
“Mick is a talented young driver and we're delighted to have him join the team,” said Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff. “He is a hard worker, has a calm and methodical approach and is still hungry to learn and improve as a driver. These are all important qualities, and we're excited for him to help us develop the W14.
“We also know that with two years of experience racing in Formula 1 under his belt, he will be ready to step into the car at short notice to replace either Lewis or George, should that need arise.”“I am just excited and grateful to Toto and everybody involved for putting their trust in me,” said Schumacher. “F1 is such a fascinating world, and you never stop learning, so I look forward to absorbing more knowledge and putting in all my efforts for the benefit of the Mercedes team.
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