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Mick Schumacher to drive father's 2004 championship car at German GP

Mick Schumacher will drive his father's 2004 championship-winning car ahead of the German Grand Prix at Hockenheim on July 27.

Schumacher is the son of seven-time world champion Michael, the most successful driver in the history of Formula One. The seventh of those titles came in the Ferrari F2004, capping off the team's run of championships at the start of the decade.

Michael claimed four career victories at Hockenheim (1995, 2002, 2004, 2006), while Mick wrapped up last season's F3 championship there.

"I think it's mega driving this car in Hockenheim," Mick said. "The last time I was on this track was when I celebrated my Formula 3 championship title, and now I'll be able to drive one of the strongest cars in Formula 1 history there - a big grin creeps into my face.