Although there had already been talk of an end to the partnership between driver Mick Schumacher and Haas, the move surprised everyone, given also the replacement brought in for the German.

Mick Schumacher, son of former great Formula 1 driver Michael Schumacher, will not have a team next season.

Nico Hulkenberg, the new chief driver of Haas

The head of the American team Gunter Steiner confirmed the break with the 23-year-old pilot.

“Mick’s pedigree in the junior categories is well known and he should continue to grow and develop the driving skills he has acquired at haas.

I would like to thank Mick Schumacher for all his contributions over the years.” – said Gunter Steiner.

Mick Schumacher made his Haas team debut last year on the back of his 2020 Formula 2 success, but this season’s numerous on-track crashes and 16th place in the world rankings have left the American unconvinced.

Steiner also confirmed the appointment of Nico Hulkenberg, who will replace Mick Schumacher from 2023.

“I am very pleased to welcome Nico Hulkenberg to our team.”

Nico Hulkenberg has been Aston Martin’s reserve driver since 2020 and he reacted with happiness given the fact that he will have the opportunity to return to the track.

“I am very pleased to be the main driver of the Haas team from 2023. I feel as if I never left Formula 1.

I am very happy to have the opportunity to do what I love the most, and I would like to thank Gene Haas and Günter Steiner for the trust.

We have a lot of work to do to compete with the other mid-table teams and I can’t wait to get back on track.” – he declared.

The final round of this year’s Formula 1 will take place in Abu Dhabi this weekend. Qualifying will take place on Saturday from 18:00 (local time) and the race on Sunday from 17:00.

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