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David Schumacher’s DTM future uncertain after Winward contract expiration
David Schumacher, son of former Formula 1 and DTM driver Ralf Schumacher, has decided to switch from single-seaters to sportscar racing in 2022 by joining the DTM with Mercedes customer Winward. However, after two disappointing seasons and only one top-10 result, Schumacher’s future in the DTM is uncertain, and it is unclear if he will return for a third season in 2024. Mercedes-AMG customer sport manager Stefan Wendl stated that they are open to all possibilities and that Schumacher will decide for himself what the best direction is for his development. Despite the possibility of exiting the DTM, there have been positive talks between Schumacher and Mercedes, leading to the option of focusing on the GT World Challenge Endurance Cup in 2023. Schumacher had a strong rookie season in the GTWCE, finishing third in the Gold class and achieving victory at the Nurburgring. This option would provide Schumacher with a relaxed environment to further develop his skills in GT cars without the same level of media attention as the DTM.
