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‘More dangerous than F1!’ Schumacher’s new racing series criticised
Ex-F1 driver Mick Schumacher’s move to American racing series IndyCar has been deemed ‘unnecessary’ ahead of his debut in the series. The 26-year-old son of seven-time F1 champion Michael Schumacher is set to compete in the 2026 INDYCAR season with Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing (RLL), starting with the Grand Prix of St. Petersburg on Sunday, March 1. Schumacher will be driving the No. 47 Honda for RLL in his rookie campaign, as he transitions from F1 after struggling to secure a full-time seat in the past four championships. Despite his uncle Ralf Schumacher’s disapproval of Mick’s choice to switch to IndyCar, the decision’s success remains to be seen as Mick faces the challenge of adapting to new terminology and processes. The move to IndyCar marks a shift in Mick’s career trajectory, closing the door on potential returns to F1 or participation in the World Endurance Championship, according to his uncle Ralf, who believes Mick’s talents are deserving of recognition on the grid.
