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Alpine confirms Schumacher talks as hopes of 2024 F1 seat fade
Alpine Interim Team Principal Bruno Famin has confirmed that they are in discussions with Mick Schumacher for a potential drive in the World Endurance Championship. Schumacher, who lost his race seat at Haas at the end of 2022, joined Mercedes as a third driver and has been carrying out simulator duties. Toto Wolff believes Schumacher deserves a return to a Grand Prix seat, but options for the 2024 season are limited. Alpine’s WEC program could offer a solution for Schumacher. Meanwhile, the potential vacancy at Williams for 2024 has led Team Principal James Vowles to encourage Logan Sargeant to step up and secure the seat, with other drivers like Felipe Drugovich and Liam Lawson also being considered. Vowles emphasizes the need for improvement and consistency in Sargeant’s performance, highlighting the challenges of throwing a driver straight into Formula 1 without previous experience in a Williams car. The team aims to support Sargeant’s growth and development, recognizing the potential he has to control his own career and journey in the sport.
Source: RacingNews 365
