Schumacher cheers entrance nephew but critical on choice of Mazepin

It seems a matter of time before Mick Schumacher is announced as the new Haas driver. Michael Schumacher's son is part of Ferrari's academy and seems ready for a place in Formula 1. The road to Haas is open now that Romain Grosjean and Kevin Magnussen have been thanked for their services. Ralf Schumacher is happy for his nephew:

"Everything that is Formula 1 is really good for Mick. The situation at Haas has changed a bit, there were sales thoughts. I can well imagine that Ferrari and Haas will now come closer together, because Ferrari has invested so much in Mick - also financially, plus of course the emotional bond. You try to give the team the best possible technical support. Hopefully the engine will fit, then it can also be a surprise," he tells Autobild.

No second newcomer

Haas will change tack next year and most likely choose two newcomers. Next to Schumacher, possibly Mazepin will get a spot. Ralf Schumacher does not think it is wise to work with two rookies: "I think that is a huge task in today's Formula 1, because it has become extremely technical."

Ralf Schumacher, who himself won six Grands Prix, prefers to see someone else driving next to his nephew: "Sergio Perez or Niko Hülkenberg, are drivers who have a lot more experience in Formula 1. That would be desirable. Of course, you could say: let the two rookies drive as long as they have the speed. But it will be very difficult, because Formula 1 is much more than just speed," concludes Schumacher.