Schumacher completes single-seater return for 2026 season
Updated: 18:02, 24 Nov 2025
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Mick Schumacher is set to drive in the IndyCar series in the 2026 season.
"I was also immediately excited about the car and the American way of motorsport which comes across as being more about pure and direct racing, and it is precisely this aspect that I am very much looking forward to."- Mick Schumacher
The former F1 driver with Haas joins the American series as a full-time driver for the upcoming season with Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing.
Schumacher will drive the #47 Honda-powered entry completing a full schedule, which includes the Indy 500 and the rest of the oval or superspeedway races of the season. His teammate will be Graham Rahal and Louis Foster.
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Mick Schumacher on the podium in WEC in 2025 - Photo: Race Pictures
Schumacher looks forward to next challenge
The German said: "I am delighted to confirm today that I will be competing in the IndyCar series next year with Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing, taking part in the full season.
"Having both an F1 and an endurance background, and having competed in various racing series over the years, I have insights and knowledge that I am sure will contribute to a great partnership.
"RLL prepared me extremely well during testing already, and I am sure that we can build a lot together.
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“I was also immediately excited about the car and the American way of motorsport which comes across as being more about pure and direct racing, and it is precisely this aspect that I am very much looking forward to.
"And of course, I am curious about new experiences and always interested in broadening my horizons. For me, a new journey is beginning here, and I am excited for the season to start.”
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