Mick Schumacher has recently embarked on a fresh journey with the Alpine team, receiving a hearty welcome as he begins his new role.
Schumacher, a promising German talent, has been signed as a driver for Alpine’s endurance squad in the World Endurance Championship (WEC), marking his return to full-time racing seat since his stint as a test and reserve driver for Mercedes during the 2023 season.
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While Schumacher will maintain his Mercedes commitments in 2024 alongside his new Alpine role, his presence in the Formula 1 paddock is expected to decrease compared to 2023.
The 24-year-old racer is set to reengage in full-time competition for the first time since his 2022 season with Haas. His tenure with Haas was marked by several costly errors and fluctuating performances during his initial two years in Formula 1.
Schumacher’s Fresh Start with Alpine
Alpine has enthusiastically integrated Schumacher into their fold, affectionately referring to him as part of the family in a recent post on their official X (previously known as Twitter) account.
The team highlighted the burgeoning camaraderie between Esteban Ocon and Schumacher, who will now share their association with Alpine, signalling a new era of teamwork and collaboration within the squad.
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