AlphaTauri boss Franz Tost believes the future of Formula 1 in Germany depends on the success of Mick Schumacher…
Franz Tost: “Fans need a hero. They came to Michael Schumacher’s victories, not to cars or Mercedes engines. Only heroes arouse such interest – this is clear in the example of Michael Schumacher or Boris Becker – for him only rich people were interested in tennis. The situation changed dramatically with the success of Boris and Steffi Graf. Suddenly all the kids wanted to play tennis.
Mick Schumacher could be a new hero, but unfortunately he is not among the main pilots now. What a shame. I wanted to see him in AlphaTauri, not because of his last name, but because I believe in his talent and abilities. Winning titles in Formula 3 and Formula 2 is very difficult. Unfortunately nothing came of that.
The role of Mercedes’ third driver is not bad, but the public will not notice you until you are constantly in the spotlight. That is why it is so important that Mick is back on the starting field as soon as possible. It’s not easy, but not impossible.
Mick’s career determines the interest in Formula 1 in Germany. Nico Hulkenberg can’t lift it alone.”
Source: F1 News
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