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Mick Schumacher to drive Michael's 1994 F1 Benetton at Spa

Mick Schumacher, the 18-year-old son of seven-time Formula 1 world champion Michael, will demonstrate of one of his father's Benettons at the Belgian Grand Prix this weekend.

Family spokesperson Sabine Kehm confirmed to Reuters that Schumacher Jr will drive a 1994-spec Benetton, to commemorate the 25th anniversary of Michael's first F1 race win at Spa in '92.

Schumacher Sr scored the first of his all-time record 91 wins at the Belgian GP for Benetton, having made his F1 debut at Spa the year before for Jordan.

He would win two titles for the Enstone-based squad, the first coming in the B194 that his son will drive this weekend.

Mick Schumacher is currently 11th in the Formula 3 European Championship, having graduated from Formula 4 this season.

The private collection of Michael Schumacher, who suffered severe head injuries in a skiing accident in 2013, will be revealed to the press on Thursday at Motorworld Cologne.

Exhibits include his earliest karts to his final Mercedes F1 car, as well as trophies, racing suits and mementos.

Another Schumacher landmark could be equalled on Saturday, as Lewis Hamilton can reach his record number of 68 pole positions.

Zdroj: autosport.com