Former Formula 1 driver Mick Schumacher was spotted walking through the paddock at the 2025 Miami Grand Prix, igniting fresh rumors about his potential connection to the upcoming Cadillac F1 team. As Cadillac, backed by General Motors, prepares for its highly anticipated 2026 Formula 1 debut, Schumacher’s appearance has fans buzzing with excitement.
Currently competing in the World Endurance Championship (WEC) with Alpine, Schumacher was seen alongside Haas driver Esteban Ocon — drawing attention not just for his presence, but because the American Cadillac team is also active at the Miami event. Fans were quick to speculate on social media, with comments like:
- “Hope Cadillac gives @SchumacherMick a shot!”
- “Cadillac 2026. Checo and Mick.”
- “Mick Schumacher 🏎 Cadillac 2026.”
Cadillac, recently confirmed as the 11th team on the 2026 F1 grid, is hosting an event later today where it’s expected to unveil its official brand presence — possibly even giving a glimpse of its livery. While many are eager for driver lineup announcements, insiders suggest that’s unlikely at this stage.
Schumacher’s path back to Formula 1 has been a determined one. After a tough two seasons with Haas ending in 2022, he joined Mercedes as a reserve driver, gaining valuable technical insight under team principal Toto Wolff. In 2024, he transitioned to Alpine’s Hypercar program in the WEC, where he’s already earned multiple podiums, including a recent top-three finish at the 6 Hours of Imola.
Reflecting on his time away from F1, Schumacher shared:
“I am grateful to Toto and the entire Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team for the knowledge I have acquired over these two years. They have certainly made me a more experienced racing driver because I have gotten to know the engineering side better. But watching these cars race without being in the cockpit is tough. I want to focus 100% on racing again.”
As fans eagerly watch developments from Cadillac’s event, Schumacher’s presence has added extra intrigue to the weekend. Could he be eyeing a return to the F1 grid with Cadillac in 2026? Only time will tell.
Stay tuned for more updates from the Miami Grand Prix and the world of Formula One.
