The driver revealed his resignation over social media. A Ferrari driver has revealed that he would be leaving the team soon to pursue a career elsewhere, and the Formula One team has apparently already found a surprise successor.
After a three-week vacation, Formula One returns to Las Vegas this weekend for the first of three back-to-back Grand Prix to conclude the 2024 season.
Lewis Hamilton alluded to the final three races of the season on social media as the conclusion of a chapter in his career, as he prepares to replace Carlos Sainz at Ferrari next year.
And now, another huge departure at Ferrari has been revealed, with a driver stating that he would leave relations with the Formula.
One team. Robert Shwartzman, who has been a member of the Ferrari setup for numerous years, has never had the opportunity to showcase his abilities on the track while serving as the team’s reserve driver.
And now, he’s decided it’s time to move on, revealing that he’ll race in IndyCar next season.
With Shwartzman poised to leave, Ferrari will need to find a new reserve driver, and The Mirror reports that they are eyeing Arthur Leclerc, the brother of current driver Charles, as an alternative.
However, Arthur is not the only name in the running for a reserve seat at Ferrari; Antonio Giovinazzi and Zhou Guanyu have also been connected with a move there.
Shwartzman confirmed his departure via social media, writing: “Driving for Scuderia Ferrari has been one of the best experiences of my life! I’ll never forget the sensation of driving a Scuderia Ferrari F1 car for the first time.
“I will always be grateful for every lap and experience, and it has been an honor to work with some of the most talented and bright people in racing. I know my experience with the team has changed me into a better driver, and I am eager to carry all of the memories with me on my next adventure. “Grazie mille to all of the Tifosi who have always been so supportive throughout the years, and last but not least, to everyone on the team who has believed in me, encouraged me, and assisted me along this road; I am genuinely grateful. See you soon, and Forza Ferrari!” Featured Image Credit: Getty.
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