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Mick Schumacher says Indy car feels like F2 ‘with better tyres’
- Mick Schumacher signs with Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing for the 2026 IndyCar campaign, marking a major career move.
- He found the IndyCar 'pretty fun to drive' and praised the 'raw motorsport' feel of the series.
- Schumacher compared IndyCar to Formula 2, suggesting a future car could resemble F2 with more power and less weight.
- Oval racing initially gave Schumacher pause, but learning about the safety and process alleviated concerns.
- Schumacher noted the Indy road course preparation helped him understand the sport and its risks and rewards.
- He emphasized the high level of teamwork and ambition within IndyCar’s environment.
- Schumacher's oval test at Homestead-Miami Speedway reached 194 mph, showcasing the speed of the cars.
- Five 2026 IndyCar oval rounds are planned, including an event at Phoenix Raceway on March 7.
- Schumacher weighed up the transition to IndyCar against his F1 prospects, recognizing the appeal of the sport's competition.
- Mick Schumacher’s IndyCar move follows previous Haas F1 connections and endurance racing stints.
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