Mick Schumacher to leave Mercedes reserve driver role at end of 2024 season
Mick Schumacher set to exit his role as reserve driver at Mercedes.AUSTIN, TEXAS – OCTOBER 17: Mick Schumacher from Germany, who is the Reserve Driver for Mercedes, speaks about theMercedes has announced that Mick Schumacher will step down from his position as the team’s reserve driver at the end of 2024, after serving in this role for two years.
Schumacher became part of the Brackley team before the start of the 2023 season, following a two-year tenure on the grid with Haas. Since joining, he has contributed through simulator work for Silver Arrows and offered feedback during tests and races.
In addition to his role, Schumacher has raced for Alpine in the World Endurance Championship (WEC) and appears poised to seek new opportunities in 2025 after announcing his departure from Mercedes. Alpine has also confirmed that the German driver will be one of their six drivers for the 2025 WEC season.
Team principal Toto Wolff praised the German’s impact on the team following the announcement, stating: “Mick’s dedication, commitment, and perseverance as Reserve Driver have been crucial for us over the last two years.”BUDAPEST, HUNGARY – JULY 19: Toto Wolff, Team Principal of Mercedes AMG Petronas F1 and Mick.Schumacher is frequently spotted with Wolff in the Mercedes garage during race weekends.
RThrough his efforts in the simulator, testing different cars, and contributing to the trackside team, he exceeded all expectations. From day one, he seamlessly integrated into the team and quickly became a highly regarded colleague by everyone at Brackley and Brixworth.
Mick is primarily a racing driver. His tenure in F1 and his impressive performances this year in the World Endurance Championship demonstrate that he possesses exceptional skill as a racer, warranting participation in top-tier championships.
As Mick embarks on his next challenge, I want to personally express my gratitude for his contributions to our team, and we all wish him the very best in his future endeavors.Schumacher also shared positive reflections on his experiences with the squad over the last two seasons.
“I am thankful to Toto and everyone at the Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team for all the insights I have gained over these two years,” said the 25-year-old. “They have definitely helped me become a more experienced racing driver by allowing me to better understand the engineering side.”However, it’s difficult to watch these cars race without being in the cockpit myself. I want to shift my focus entirely back to racing and be fully dedicated to the sporting aspect of motorsport.
In the end, as a driver, it’s racing that you desire to do; it’s racing that gives you the feeling you adore.There is just one seat on the F1 grid in 2025 that remains unconfirmed at Red Bull, and it seems likely Liam Lawson will fill this spot. Meanwhile, Sauber boss Mattia Binotto recently revealed that Schumacher was considered as a potential partner for Nico Hulkenberg for next season before they made their final decision. newcomer Gabriel Bortoleto.
