F1 | Rosberg on Schumacher in Mercedes: “Excellent chance, but he must find a seat in 2024”

Yesterday, Mercedes made official the hiring of Mick Schumacher as reserve driver for 2023. A more than optimal way for the young German to remain in Formula 1 also next season after his farewell to the Ferrari Driver Academy but above all at Haas. In Brackley he will be able to work closely with Hamilton and Russell and learn as much as possible also regarding the developments of next season's single-seater, but the main objective will be to return to the grid at least in 2024. For Nico Rosberg, 2016 champion this it must be his priority, otherwise, according to the former Mercedes player, he would do well to look elsewhere to continue his career as a driver.

“Unfortunately he hasn't had an easy life in these two years – Rosberg said on Sport1. He had the worst car available for most of his experience, and it's difficult to assert yourself in these situations. It was great to have him on the grid and very interesting to see his performance. However, you have to compare him with Magnussen, and he had a lack of consistency against his teammate, because Kevin was always there when the car allowed you to do something interesting, while Mick didn't have these flashes, and unfortunately he will have at least for the moment is a pause in his career."

“Being Mercedes' reserve is a good option to stay in Formula 1 and have the chance to return in 2024. Schumacher would also need a major sponsor to support him financially on his journey, but if nothing happens in 2024, then probably not he will have a future in Formula 1. He would have some nice options like DTM, Formula E or IndyCar, he could have fun there and they would be very excited to have a talent like Mick in the fray."