Michael Schumacher's Son Mick Joins Ferrari Driver Program

Formula 3 European champion Mick Schumacher will join the young drivers’ academy of Ferrari, the team with which his father claimed five of his seven world championship titles in Formula 1 racing, considered the pinnacle of motor sport.

The 19-year-old Schumacher this year is starting his first season in Formula 2, the racing series one category just below Formula 1. He will be taking part in pre-season preparation with other drivers from the academy, according to a statement on Saturday.