Overview
- Mick Schumacher says his discussions with Cadillac for a 2026 seat have been constructive and positive.
- Graeme Lowdon has confirmed talks with Schumacher, Valtteri Bottas and Sergio Perez under a performance-first selection policy.
- Media outlets conflict over Schumacher’s standing, with Auto Sport Web suggesting he has been dropped and Auto Motor und Sport reporting a duel with Felipe Drugovich.
- Four-time champion Max Verstappen and Sauber sport director Jonathan Wheatley both praised Sergio Perez’s consistent point-scoring and leadership credentials.
- Daniel Ricciardo is not under consideration after publicly declaring he does not wish to return to Formula 1.