After 8 long years, the initials MSC returned to the F1 field this season. This time, however, Mick Schumacher, son of the legendary seven-time world champion Michael Schumacher, bears these initials.
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In his first Formula 1 season with Haas, the German competed with Nikita Mazepin as his teammate. In the past few races, the couple have struggled with hot spots on the track more than once. However, on a recent appearance, Mazepin spoke highly of the 2020 F2 World Champion.
Nikita Mazepin is proud to be driving alongside Mick Schumacher
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Like Schumacher, Mazepin made his F1 debut this season. The Russian produced brilliant lightning bolts that often went unnoticed as the Haas pilots competed against each other for much of this season.
Mazepin and Schumacher were involved in incidents in the last few races. One of their most notable hot spots occurred in Baku when Schumacher complained about Mazepin’s sudden movement on the home stretch that could have caused a serious accident.
While the couple will compete for Haas next year, Mazepin praised Schumacher in an interview with Bild. Along with pointing out his parentage, the 22-year-old mentioned that he was proud to ride with him.
BAHRAIN, BAHRAIN – MARCH 28: Mick Schumacher from Germany and Haas F1 and Nikita Mazepin from Russia and Haas F1 stand on the grid ahead of the Bahrain F1 Grand Prix at the Bahrain International Circuit on March 28, 2021 in Bahrain, Bahrain. (Photo by Dan Istitene – Formula 1 / Formula 1 via Getty Images)
He said, “He comes from a very talented family. You can also see what his father Michael was so good at with Mick. It’s an honor to ride with him. I look carefully at what he’s doing well and try to do it even better. “
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The Russian also mentioned that their pursuit to be the best drives them every day. He also mentioned that he wants to measure himself against his German teammate at every opportunity.
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“Mick earned 110 percent of his place in Formula 1,” said Mazepin. “As far as I know, there was no other option for him. The same is true for me. We’re both quick. I want to duel with him. We motivate each other. I know I have to train to keep up with him because he does it every day. Nobody can relax, otherwise they would be left behind. “
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Seven races this season, the two will hope to collect their first F1 points to give Haas some joy. However, with the next season bringing new tech regulations and Haas’ focus on 2022, this could be easier said than done.
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