Mercedes GP ready to extended Michael Schumacher’s contract further – Formula 1
Mercedes GP is still far from disappointed when it comes to the performance of the seven-time World Champion, Michael Schumacher. While talking to the media earlier today, the team management stated that they have not actually ruled out extending the driver’s contract with the team.
Schumacher returned to the track at the start of the 2010 Formula 1 season after three years. However, the much anticipated comeback of statistically the best racer ever in the history of the sport was much of a disappointment. The team failed to hand over a competitive car to the driver, while he failed to get the best out of what he was given.
However, unlike expectations, even after the abortive season, the driver not only chose to stay in the sport, but also revealed his strong desire to win another Championship before leaving the sport once for all.
Currently, the German has signed a three year contract with the team. This means even after the upcoming 2011 season, he will have a chance to run another season with the squad. The competition director at Mercedes, Norbert Haug, admitted earlier today that he would love to see the legendary racer with the team for a long time.
He explained, “If Michael wants it and we can agree on a right price — with pleasure.”
However, the initial pre-season test sessions did not unfold brilliantly for the team, as it was seen suffering from various issues of pace and reliability. Although many predict another poor season from the team ahead, yet, the team boss Ross Brawn is adamant to make the car stronger with some quick upgrades.
Brawn not only admitted that the team will soon be able to improve its car and hand over the drivers a stronger and better package, but also predicted a strong season ahead for its driver, Schumacher. He admitted, “Michael looks really strong. He could surprise some people this year.”
Moreover, the two-time World Champion and Ferrari driver, Fernando Alonso also proclaimed that Schumacher was still the most dangerous man on the track. While the Red Bull driver and the reigning World Champion, Sebastian Vettel also predicted a strong season ahead for the driver.
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