Mick Schumacher appears to have undergone a change in mentality, not only by continuing with the Alpine project in the World Endurance Championship (WEC) for 2025, but also in his assessment of endurance competition, which is vastly different from his perspective last year. In a recent international press conference, Schumacher stated, “Formula 1 is the dream of all drivers and always will be, but now the WEC is my first priority, and I will give 100% of my effort.” This statement marks a significant shift in tone for the German driver, who previously had his sights set on the highest category of motor racing.
In 2025, Schumacher will no longer serve as a reserve driver for Mercedes F1, and his focus will be solely on the WEC. When asked about his approach to the upcoming season, Schumacher noted that WEC cars are very different from what he was used to, and last year he had to adapt to the new category. However, he now feels more familiar with the cars and is looking forward to the new season.
Now, Schumacher is looking at the World Cup in Resistance with renewed enthusiasm, possibly because he will be facing a second season where he won’t have to adapt to a new category. “WEC cars are very different, and last year I had to adapt to what these cars do and need. It was a positive year, and now everything is more familiar to me,” he acknowledges. Schumacher, like the rest of the members of the French team, have placed new hopes in the season that starts at the end of the month in Qatar, although they are not getting ahead of themselves despite a more decent presentation season in the Queen Class of the World Cup.
“We have improved in many ways, but we are still a second-year team, where we still have to develop things. It is the second season, and that means we are still in a position to meet and get up,” Schumacher said. These statements align perfectly with the modest objectives of Alpine for 2025.
Alpine’s Perspective on Mick Schumacher’s Continuity
The team at Alpine is delighted to continue with Mick Schumacher, as his continuity has brought satisfaction to the project. According to Philippe Sinault, head of the French team, Schumacher’s involvement in the project has been invaluable, and his confidence has grown significantly. “It was not easy for him the previous season. Now he shows much more confidence, both with the resistance project and with us. Now he has more confidence in the potential of the championship.” It seems that Schumacher will be a part of the resistance for a while longer.
Schumacher’s change in mentality and his renewed focus on the WEC have been well-received by the team, and they are looking forward to seeing his growth and development in the upcoming season. With Schumacher’s continued involvement, Alpine is poised to make a strong showing in the WEC, and his confidence and experience will undoubtedly be assets to the team.