Mick Schumacher nonetheless believes he can return to the F1 grid in 2026 – which is now increasing to 11 groups after Cadillac’s entry gained closing approval.
Schumacher, the 2020 Method 2 champion, has not raced in F1 since shedding his Haas seat on the finish of the 2022 season, though he has sampled Mercedes and McLaren equipment in testing.
His position as an official Mercedes reserve resulted in time for the 2025 season, the place he’s persevering with to drive for Alpine within the World Endurance Championship’s hypercar class.
Ought to the German return to F1 in 2026 as a full-time driver, he would have been out of grand prix racing for 4 full seasons, though the brand new breed of vehicles set for introduction subsequent season may support his transition if he’s profitable in touchdown a drive.
Talking on the Race of Champions in Sydney, the place he was competing within the Nations Cup alongside Sebastian Vettel, Schumacher stored the door open on an F1 return.
“As I’ve already mentioned in numerous interviews, I’ve the sensation that I even have what it takes for Method 1,” he instructed Speedweek.
“We’ve got to see what occurs, the yr continues to be lengthy and the aim is to return in 2026. We nonetheless should see precisely what occurs.”
When a possible deal to signal for Cadillac was talked about, Schumacher gave a obscure response.
“At this level, every thing is an possibility,” he mentioned.
Schumacher additionally briefly touched on Lewis Hamilton’s transfer to Ferrari, the place the Briton is hoping to interrupt the joint-record of seven F1 titles he shares with Mick’s father, Michael.
“It is uncommon to see him in purple, however I hope he has enjoyable and that he feels snug,” he added.
“It should actually even be attention-grabbing towards Charles Leclerc throughout the group. It is tough to say from the skin who will come out on high, however I am retaining my fingers crossed for each of them.”
