During the European leg of the season, Schumacher dedicates considerable time to the Mercedes simulator on Friday evenings before joining the team at the trackside. This allows him to be on standby should either Lewis Hamilton or George Russell be unable to compete. Schumacher’s services as a reserve driver are also available to McLaren.
Wolff expressed his appreciation for having a mature, successful, and experienced Formula 1 driver supporting the team. He highlighted the advantage of Schumacher’s feedback in the simulator, which provides valuable insights and data for the team’s performance on Saturdays.
