'It would be nice if he gets a second chance in Cadillac': Sebastian Vettel supports Mick Schumacher for possible 2026 Cadillac F1 seat
Mick Schumacher (via Getty Images)
As Cadillac prepares for its much-awaited Formula 1 debut in 2026, there is growing momentum behind one candidate above all others to land one of its race seats—Mick Schumacher. Among his most high-profile backers is four-time world champion
Sebastian Vettel
, who asserts the German driver deserves a second chance in the sport.
Mick Schumacher gets support from Sebastian Vettel for Cadillac opportunity
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Sebastian Vettel, one of the most esteemed voices in Formula 1, has been a public supporter of Mick Schumacher returning to the grid with Cadillac. Interviewed by Sport.de, Vettel expressed, 'I'm keeping my fingers crossed that he gets another chance because I believe he can absolutely keep up with the others. He is much more mature. And I think he's doing a very good job at Alpine in the
World Endurance Championship
. It would be nice if he gets a second chance in the Cadillac. We are obviously in contact and I also heard how things ended for him in Formula 1. I wish him the best.'
Mick Schumacher
is presently racing for Alpine in the World Endurance Championship and is currently the reserve driver for Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula One Team. Although he has been passed over by Alpine for a 2025 F1 drive—lost to Jack Doohan—there is still optimism.
Cadillac has choice between potential and experience for 2026 driver lineup
When Alpine came to choose a 2025 F1 driver, they chose Australian talent
Jack Doohan
, leaving Schumacher still waiting for a second chance. For Cadillac, the choice will be risk versus reward. Paper-wise, both Sergio Perez and Valtteri Bottas offer immense experience and proven pace, so they're safer picks to helm a new F1 venture. However, with Schumacher's age, lineage, and newfound maturity, he can be the long-term gamble Cadillac might need.
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' Cadillac prepares for its Formula 1 debut, the team's driver decision could set its initial course. Strong backing from icons such as Sebastian Vettel and Bernie Ecclestone keeps Mick Schumacher firmly in play. Whether experience or raw talent is what Cadillac decides on, one thing is certain: the F1 paddock is looking on.
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