Mercedes-AMG honors Schumacher, shines in GT racing worldwide

Mercedes-AMG recalls Schumacher's 2012 Monaco pole and excels in GT series across Europe, America, and Asia, marking a strong 2025 motorsport season.

The Mercedes-AMG paddock is once again alive with stories — from heartfelt memories of Michael Schumacher to the rapid rise of Kimi Antonelli, the spring of 2025 has brought a flurry of events across both Formula 1 and GT racing scenes.

On the 13th anniversary of Michael Schumacher's final pole position in Formula 1, the team reflected on his brilliant lap in Monaco back in 2012 — a moment that would mark his last start from the front of the grid. "He was different. He wrote down everything we needed to do, in minute detail. On track, he moved like he was on rails," recalls Peter Bonnington, Schumacher’s race engineer at the time. Bonnington now leads the engineering department at Mercedes — a role from which he may well be shaping the next generation of champions.

One such talent is 18-year-old Kimi Antonelli, who stepped into Lewis Hamilton’s shoes this season. With little time to ease in, Antonelli has completed six races and already ranks among the top ten in the standings. Balancing virtual school with real-time briefings and high-speed laps, he lives in two worlds at once. Before his home race in Imola, Kimi invited his classmates to the paddock to share a rare behind-the-scenes look at Formula 1. Unfortunately, his race ended prematurely — his first retirement of the season.

Meanwhile, Mercedes-AMG continues to dominate the GT world. In Europe, the MANN-FILTER team holds steady in the top three of the GT World Challenge. In America, Mikaël Grenier and Michai Stephens lead the Pro standings after a string of podium finishes. In Asia, Jayden Ojeda set a new track record at Indonesia’s Mandalika circuit, clocking a 1:28.145 lap — nearly a full second faster than the previous benchmark.

But while some chase fractions of a second, others shape visual identity. The Mercedes-AMG GT3 #14, prepared for the Nürburgring 24 Hours, now sports a special livery inspired by Klaus Ludwig’s iconic 1992 DTM design. The look was chosen in an internal driver contest, and fans will be able to add their signatures to the hood during the qualifying weekend.

Yet amid fresh faces and new records, the team’s spirit remains rooted in its legacy. A red star still graces the Silver Arrows — a tribute to Niki Lauda, and a lasting symbol of respect, continuity, and the relentless pursuit of excellence.

Source: mercedes-benz.com