# Schumacher calls Herta's F1 hopes 'burning fuel'

> Ralf Schumacher says Colton Herta has no F1 future: 'He's just burning fuel'.
- Title: Schumacher calls Herta's F1 hopes 'burning fuel' · Motorsport
- Summary: Ralf Schumacher says Colton Herta has no F1 future: 'He's just burning fuel'. Ralf Schumacher claims Colton Herta lacks F1 readiness after poor Formula 2…
- Keywords: colton herta, ralf schumacher, cadillac f1 team, formula 2, formula 1, fia super licence, Motorsport
- Source: Motorsport — https://motorsport.com/f1/news/ralf-schumacher-slams-colton-hertas-f1-prospects-hes-just-burning-fuel/10872433
- Author: Oliver Trebes
- Published: 2026-11-07T12:10:03+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: colton herta, ralf schumacher, cadillac f1 team, formula 2, formula 1, fia super licence, sports, cars
## Herta's F1 eligibility
Colton Herta secured FIA super licence points through IndyCar and practice sessions.
## Schumacher's criticism
Ralf Schumacher called Herta's Formula 2 performance 'really that bad' and unqualified for F1.

> He was really that bad in Formula 2. As far as I'm concerned, he hasn't earned it at all
## Schumacher's alternative
Schumacher prefers McLaren's Leonardo Fornaroli over Herta for Cadillac F1 seat.

> an incredibly strong driver
## Herta's Formula 2 standing
Herta sits 19th in Formula 2 with 26 points after no wins or podiums.
## Cadillac seat situation
Cadillac has one confirmed 2027 driver: Sergio Perez extended until 2029.
## Schumacher's final comment
Schumacher says Herta's F1 prospects are 'just burning fuel' with no real purpose.

> He's just burning fuel, to borrow a phrase from Franz Tost
## Key takeaway

Ralf Schumacher claims Colton Herta lacks F1 readiness after poor Formula 2 results.