Mercedes GP Reportedly Re-Sign Michael Schumacher for 2013: But Why?

In one of the least surprising signings in Formula One, Nico Rosberg has secured a deal with Mercedes until at least the end of 2013. What is more surprising is that they have apparently also agreed to re-sign the ageing Michael Schumacher through to the end of 2013 also. Rosberg has been a consistently solid performer in a car that is, at best, only the fourth-best car on the grid. In 2010, he secured seventh place in the championship, being beaten only by the drivers from the big three teams of Red Bull, McLaren and Ferrari. Most importantly, he comprehensively outperformed his more illustrious teammate, securing almost twice as many championship points as Schumacher. This year, the gap has closed significantly, but Rosberg is still leadi...

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