Mick Schumacher took another step towards securing his place in Formula One with his strong performance at the Austrian GP.
Mick Schumacher took another step towards securing his place in Formula One with his strong performance at the Austrian GP.
Just a few weeks ago, there was speculation that Haas was not happy with the prospect of another Ferrari-backed contract for Michael Schumacher's son.
However, the young German came through for the second consecutive time in the points in Austria - even passing his experienced teammate Kevin Magnussen.
Before the weekend, Magnussen had said: "It's difficult when you are the only one who scores regularly.
However, after the rounds at Silverstone and the Red Bull Ring, the Dane admitted to the newspaper: "Mick has made a big step in the last two races. I am happy for him and the team."
"Now we are seventh in the constructors' world championship and we want to improve even more. For that, we need two drivers who can score points."
As for being overtaken by Schumacher on the track, Magnussen said, "If he is faster, there is no reason to block him. I'm here to help the team, not win the world championship. I'm not in that position."
"I hope to be someday, but I know how to work as a team and I'm happy with our double finish in the points. That's why you didn't see me blocking like a savage."