Cadillac has received cautionary advice regarding the potential signing of Mick Schumacher to compete for their upcoming Formula 1 team. The emergence of this new team on the grid for the upcoming season has created additional competition for race seats, piquing the interest of drivers who were left without a spot this year. Among them is Schumacher, a 26-year-old driver eager to rejuvenate his Formula 1 career.
Schumacher’s previous stint in Formula 1 ended in 2022 when he was released by Haas after a brief two-season tenure that saw him participate in 43 races but only accumulate 12 points overall, failing to secure a contract renewal under team principal Guenther Steiner’s tenure. Following his departure from Haas, Schumacher swiftly joined Mercedes as a reserve driver and later signed with Alpine to compete in the World Endurance Championship, achieving three podium finishes.
The aspiring driver aims to leverage his success in the WEC to make a comeback in Formula 1, where he believes he has unfinished business. Expressing his enthusiasm about potentially joining Cadillac, Schumacher disclosed ongoing positive discussions with the team, emphasizing the honor and excitement he feels about the prospect.
While Schumacher’s fate with Cadillac remains uncertain, former F1 champion Jacques Villeneuve has voiced skepticism about the German driver’s suitability for the team. Villeneuve emphasized Schumacher’s lack of experience and performance struggles during his time at Haas as reasons why he might not be the best choice for Cadillac.
Cadillac is reportedly close to finalizing a deal with Sergio Perez, a six-time F1 race winner, and Mercedes reserve driver Valtteri Bottas as the leading contenders for the team’s race seats. Villeneuve favors Bottas due to his extensive experience, race-winning capabilities, and tenure with the successful Mercedes team, highlighting his credentials as a stronger candidate compared to Schumacher.
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