Prema Racing has confirmed 2019 FIA Formula 3 champion Robert Shwartzman will join Mick Schumacher for the 2020 Formula 2 season.
The Russian driver will link up with Schumacher, who will compete in his second season of F2 competition.
Shwartzman claimed the F3 title after a commanding campaign which saw him claim three wins, two pole positions and a season-high 10 podiums on his way to the title.
The Ferrari Academy duo have experience racing together after competing for Prema during the 2018 European Formula 3 championship; Schumacher claimed the championship title against Daniel Ticktum while Shwartzman picked up the rookie title in the same season.
Shwartzman said: “I am really happy to move up to Formula 2 as it is the final step before Formula 1 and obviously a very important one. On the other hand, I am delighted to continue my relationship with Prema Racing.
“It will be the third consecutive year for me with the team, so we know each other well and there is great chemistry. Our goal is to win the championship as this year we showed that, even with a new car, a lot of unknowns and high-level competitors, it is possible to be at the front right away.
“I’m sure we have what it takes to do it all again in 2020. I will do my best to learn the tires and car as quickly as possible so we will be at the top of our game from the very beginning.
Team Principal Rene Roisin added: “We are delighted to announce a really competitive line-up for the 2020 FIA Formula 2 Championship.
"Shwartzman will move up to the series after being the class of the Formula 3 field this year. We are sure that his swift approach will enable him to gain great chemistry and results right away.
"On the other hand, Schumacher mastered a challenging rookie campaign and already scored his maiden win. On top of that, he has outstanding potential which will definitely come to fruition.
"We think we can be strong contenders and we can't wait to start preparations for 2020. We are particularly proud to see drivers grow up in our family until their very last steps before F1."
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