The name Schumacher carries weight like no other in the world of racing. Unsurprisingly, with the name comes its own set of expectations; expectations Mick Schumacher has grown up over the years with. The son of former 7-time world champion Michael Schumacher is now making his mark in the world of F1.

However, this was not the name Mick always raced under as he tried to conceal his legendary last name. The driver revealed that at the beginning of his racing journey, the German raced under his mother’s maiden name; Betsch. He then proceeded to enter races under the name Mick Junior. In a recent video with Haas, he revealed that “Junior” is actually his middle name!

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However, as he made his way through the ranks, there was no hiding his roots. Mick, now in his second season in the sport, races under his father’s name. However, fans have been reeling from the shock of discovering the 2020 F2 champion’s middle name.

Fans in shock after getting to know Mick Schumacher’s karting name

Mick Schumacher’s middle name has caused quite the buzz. The fans have only just discovered that “Junior” is Mick’s actual middle name, sending them into a frenzy.

Mick had previously revealed that he used his mum’s maiden name; Betsch or Junior during his karting days. However, it is only a recent revelation that “Junior” is his middle name. The fans have had some hilarious reactions to the news.

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Some fans could not even put their shock into words. They just let the pictures do the talking.

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However, as the F1 world deals with this news of his middle name, Mick could have further surprises up his sleeve. The German’s current deal at Haas is set to expire at the end of the 2023 season and contract talks have stalled over the summer break. Where will the 2020 F2 champion head to next?