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Alpine driver announces team exit as 2026 move teased
Mick Schumacher has announced his departure from Alpine amidst rumors of transitioning to IndyCar racing. Schumacher had been competing for Alpine in the WEC for the past two seasons, aiming to impress F1 teams for a potential return. However, Cadillac’s driver lineup confirmation for next season makes a return to F1 highly unlikely for the 26-year-old. It appears likely that Schumacher will switch to IndyCar after testing in the series earlier this year. Despite Valtteri Bottas’ warning, Schumacher seems to be on the brink of securing a full-time drive in the United States. In an Instagram post, Schumacher expressed gratitude for his time with Alpine and hinted at exciting plans for 2026. Schumacher’s career path has seen ups and downs, with a shift to Mercedes as a reserve driver after leaving Haas in 2022, followed by a focus on WEC. His recent successes in WEC and IndyCar testing suggest a promising future in American racing for the famous racer’s son.
