Schumacher hits back at the latest F1 axe 'rumours'
Jun.17 - Mick Schumacher has hit back at claims that the Formula 1 axe may be about to fall on him.
In recent weeks, but especially as tensions with Haas obviously ramped up, rumours began to emerge that the son of F1 legend Michael Schumacher was fighting for his career.
"You shouldn't believe all the rumours," Schumacher said dismissed. "It was one of the first tips my dad gave me - to not read the news.
"I took that to heart," said the German.
So while it appeared as though Mick was at odds with boss Gunther Steiner, whose public criticisms were attacked by many of Schumacher's supporters, the young driver says Haas actually "supports me completely".
"We grow even closer together through situations like this," he said.
"I've always felt supported by Gunther. He pushes me and that's what I want from a team boss."
As for Steiner, he feels aggrieved that so many outsiders and critics have pointed the finger at him amid Schumacher's performance struggles and high speed crashes.
"I will not play the scapegoat for the fact that things haven't gone as planned for Mick this year," he is quoted by Auto Motor und Sport.
"That he has no points is a fact. The accidents too. No team would be happy about that.
"But it's complete nonsense that we put Mick at a disadvantage or put unnecessary pressure on him. Why would we do that?
"I have no problem with Mick," Steiner insisted, "but he has to understand that Formula 1 is a competitive sport in which everyone is expected to perform.
"One of my drivers won't go half a second faster if I put my arm around him."
Another criticism aimed at Haas recently is that part of Schumacher's problems could be the lack of developments so far for its 2022 car.
And now, Steiner admits that the date for the already-delayed first major update is facing yet another delay.
"We originally planned for France, but now it looks more like Hungary," Steiner said.
"We wanted to check something in the wind tunnel, but now we're working with all of our power on the production of the parts."
He said it will be the only significant package of developments for the 2022 car.
"We will then shift our focus to next year's car and are not planning any further upgrades," said Steiner.
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Fgs MSj dont be talking like the muppet in the silver car
"We grow even closer together through situations like this," he said.
Just drive faster, get a few points all this will go away
& rightly so.
And now, Steiner admits that the date for the already-delayed first major update is facing yet another delay.
"We originally planned for France, but now it looks more like Hungary," Steiner said.
Very bad near term news but a strong 2d half will still get them to 8th in the WCC. As for MSC, 10-20 pts is still in the cards. Folks, we tote up the points at season end, not at half time.
Hard to push out updates on budjet when yiu have young Mick tearing cars in half.
Sorry ROR, but Mick will get 5 points max for the season.
Don't forget to wipe...
Swedie, what is a budjet? Something installed in your helmet to ensure beer flow while you meander on your motorbike?
BTW, remember and don't twist it.....Haas 8th place, MSC 10-20 points. Oh, and quit thumbing your own posts. Insecurity doesn't flatter you.
Have a good race weekend.
It'll be goulash for them without good updates on a side not Great country good food and exceptionally gifted? Let's call them Adult actresses, heh there's a thought...Lewis , Lewis is that right you a few people to say how good you are on set.. Lolo
However being sincere It's great to holiday there #lake ablation
Your LH hate knows no bounds, regardless of the article. Grow up
Calm down f3 you'll blow a fuse, your way to easy to wind up, no Bottas slating today, see f3 ill never use word hate, but heh if that's all you've got...
The apple 🍎 did fall far from the tree 🌳 in this case
At least Mick is a trier albeit lacking in ability and speed
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