Mick Schumacher Indicates Driver "Changes" And Two Retirements For 2024

Mercedes reserve driver Mick Schumacher has hinted at some significant driver shake-ups for 2024, hinting at both intra-team shifts within F1 and the retirement of two drivers from the sport.

In recent days, Formula 1 has been shaken by significant developments. First, there was the rejection of Andretti Cadillac’s entry into the grid until 2028. Then, the game-changing news of Lewis Hamilton’s move to Ferrari next year further stirred the F1 world.

Currently, Schumacher hints at Formula 1 experiencing the retirement of two drivers this year, along with other anticipated changes. Despite committing to full-time responsibilities with Alpine in the World Endurance Championship, the young driver remains hopeful of securing racing opportunities in Formula 1 down the line. Could he be hinting at changes in the driver market that route him back into the premier class of motorsport?

Schumacher’s WEC contract with Alpine allows him to continue reserve driver duties with Mercedes whenever required. Though the Brackley outfit has not revealed Hamilton’s replacement for 2025, it remains to be seen if the team would opt for someone more seasoned like Fernando Alonso, or someone as young as Schumacher.

However, he hasn’t participated in a Formula 1 Grand Prix since the 2022 season, when he left Haas. Speaking of expected changes in Formula 1, Schumacher told Sport Bild: