Mick Schumacher, the son of seven-time Formula 1 world champion Michael Schumacher, has been confirmed to race for the Haas F1 team in the 2021 season. The 21-year-old German driver has been making a name for himself in the world of motorsport, and his signing with Haas marks a significant step in his promising career.

Schumacher has been part of the Ferrari Driver Academy since 2019 and has been racing in Formula 2 for the past two seasons. He currently leads the championship standings in Formula 2 and is on the brink of securing the title with just one round remaining. His performances in the feeder series have caught the attention of many within the F1 paddock, and his promotion to the top flight of motorsport has been highly anticipated.

Joining Haas F1 next season presents Schumacher with a big opportunity to showcase his talent on a global stage. The American team, which has had a tough season in 2020, will be hoping that Schumacher can help them improve their performance and move up the grid next year. With his experience in Formula 2 and the backing of Ferrari, Schumacher is well-equipped to handle the challenges of F1 and make a positive impact at Haas.

Speaking about his move to Haas, Schumacher said, “The prospect of being on the Formula 1 grid next year makes me incredibly happy and I’m simply speechless. I would like to thank Haas F1 Team, Scuderia Ferrari and the Ferrari Driver Academy for placing their trust in me. I also want to acknowledge and extend my love to my parents – I know that I owe them everything. I have always believed that I would realise my dream of Formula 1.”

Team principal Guenther Steiner also expressed his excitement about having Schumacher on board for the 2021 season. He said, “I’m very pleased that we’re able to confirm Mick Schumacher in our driver line-up for next season and I look forward to welcoming him into the team. The Formula 2 Championship has long served as a proven talent pool for Haas F1 Team and we continue to support the series as a platform for young drivers to showcase their abilities. Mick has won races, collected podiums, and excelled against some pretty exceptional talent in 2020.”

The announcement of Mick Schumacher at Haas F1 for the 2021 season is a significant moment for the sport. It represents the continuation of a famous racing dynasty and the emergence of a talented young driver with a bright future ahead of him. Fans of Formula 1 will surely be watching closely as Schumacher takes on the challenges of racing at the highest level and continues to build on his family’s impressive legacy in the sport.