Mick Schumacher joins F2 with Prema as German moves step closer to emulating legendary father
- The 19-year-old son of Michael Schumacher says move is ‘logical step’
- Formula Three European champion in Abu Dhabi for F2 testing this week
The 19-year-old son of Michael Schumacher says move is a ‘logical step’ with Formula Three European champion in Abu Dabi for F2 testing this week
Mick Schumacher has taken another step towards emulating his seven-time Formula One world champion father Michael Schumacher after making the jump to Formula Two.
The 19-year-old, who finished the Formula Three season as European champion with Prema Powerteam, announced on Tuesday he will graduate to race in F2 next year.
“I’m really looking forward to contesting my next season with Prema in FIA Formula 2 – a logical step on my sporting path in my view, because I want to further improve my technical experience and driving skills,” Schumacher said.
The German, who won eight races, seven poles and had 14 podiums in F3 this season, was at the F2 season finale in Abu Dhabi last weekend and will test with Prema this week at the Yas Marina circuit.
“For me, it was very clear to go into Formula 2 with Prema,” Schumacher said. “I can’t thank the Prema family enough for what we achieved together as a team, especially this year, how we continued to develop together.