How did I become an F1 driver?

After chatting with Qin Miao, Toto left Qin Miao's house with a heavy heart.

This news caught Toto off guard and even made him anxious, and completely destroyed Toto's good mood tonight.

But despite this, Toto still had to pull himself together and devote himself to his work.

Because if Qin Miao does not plan to renew his contract with the team next season, many of the Mercedes team's original plans will be overturned.

Toto needs to have an advance plan before this
As for the issue of resource allocation on the track, which is what drivers like Qin Miao and Hamilton are most concerned about.

Although he knew that Qin Miao would leave the team after the end of this year, Toto subjectively did not want to differentiate the two drivers' status within the team, just like the two seasons Qin Miao stayed at Mercedes.

Toto is just a businessman after all. Although there is affection between him and Qin Miao, this affection is more based on Qin Miao's own strength and commercial value.

Therefore, Toto will not reduce Qin Miao’s resources and treatment.

After all, everyone has witnessed the strength of Red Bull Racing this season. If Qin Miao was not there, how would Mercedes-Benz compete with Verstappen?
Old man?

Compared with Qin Miao, the old man's performance was only average.

But if the news that Qin Miao is about to leave the team is announced, then many things within the Mercedes-Benz team will no longer be subject to his personal will.

Internal unrest will inevitably follow.

After weighing the pros and cons, this is not a difficult choice.

That's why Toto doesn't plan to release this news in the near future.

But preparation still needs to be made.

For example, start looking for a replacement for Qin Miao.

Sponsors also need to find someone to talk to, and the team’s publicity tone also needs to change.

After quickly sorting out everything in his memo, Toto began to review whether there were any details worth his attention regarding Qin Miao's leaving Mercedes-Benz.

Then he realized that since Qin Miao was leaving, Hamilton might also leave.

After all, there is no guarantee that some crazy team will offer Hamilton the same price as Qin Miao.

At the same time, Toto had to admit that Qin Miao's presence was indeed very important to the Mercedes-Benz team, and losing Qin Miao was a great loss.

Therefore, Toto decided to directly confirm Hamilton as the team's number one driver after Qin Miao left.

Qin Miao’s departure is already a severe blow to Mercedes-Benz. Under the premise of Qin Miao’s departure, Mercedes-Benz cannot accept the consequences of Hamilton’s departure.

While Toto returned to the factory with a heavy heart, Qin Miao completely relaxed.

Qin Miao was not a thoughtful person. He even had a little obsessive-compulsive disorder. He would be somewhat restless until things were dealt with.

Now that this most important thing for Qin Miao has been said, Qin Miao feels refreshed.

After Toto left, Qin Miao thought about it and decided to call Ferrari.

The call went directly to Wasser's cell phone.

After Qin Miao's phone rang twice, the person on the other end picked up the call.

"Good evening, Qin Miao. I'm glad to receive your call. Have you had dinner?"

Listening to the other party's casual conversation and looking towards the kitchen, Qin Miao said, "We just finished eating."

"That's great. If you have the chance, come to France and I'll introduce you to a very delicious restaurant. I've been eating there since I was a child. I believe you'll like it." Wasser said with a smile.

Qin Miao was very relaxed at this time, and had time to joke: "I don't really have any requirements for food, as long as it tastes better than British food."

Wasser laughed and said, "Haha, that's too easy. If you pick up a handful of green leaves from the roadside and throw them into the soup, it will taste better than British food."

In Europe, mocking British cuisine is a tradition.

When everyone starts playing with memes, it's like an old sow wearing a bra, one set after another.

If two people who have just met start complaining about British food together, there is a high probability that their relationship will quickly heat up.

Hearing what Wasser said, both of them laughed on the phone.

Qin Miao then got to the point of the call to Vassell today: "Vassell, I'm calling you today because I have something to tell you. I agree to join Ferrari."

After hearing Qin Miao's words, Wasser also smiled, but his tone did not reveal how surprised he was: "Hahaha, what a wise decision. I'm glad to see that you agree."

But no matter who it is, facing the olive branch of Ferrari and the high offer made by Ferrari, no one would think of refusing.

Of course, after laughing, Vasseur said to Qin Miao on the phone: "But I still have to correct a small mistake of yours. You are returning to our Ferrari family, not joining it."

Qin Miao pursed her lips and said, "I hope that there won't be any unpleasant surprises in this cooperation with Ferrari."

Vasseur assured Qin Miao, "Don't worry. This time you come to Ferrari, your words will definitely have an impact. No one will want to provoke you. I have even considered the relationships within the team. I will do some work for Leclerc. He will be willing to be your number two driver."

Since Wasser said so, Qin Miao gave up his doubts.

And speaking of Leclerc, Qin Miao actually doesn't care about the identity of the number one driver. The reason is very simple. He has absolute strength. Whether the team gives him the identity of the number one driver or not will not affect the final result of the race between him and his teammates.

However, you can choose not to use these powers, but you cannot live without them.

After all, it is Ferrari that needs me, not me who needs Ferrari.

If you are not happy at Ferrari, the worst that can happen is that you can just leave. There will always be another team that wants you.

"So now that you agree, can we continue negotiating the contract?" asked Wasser.

"Of course, I'll call the agency later."

"Hahaha, I can't wait to see you wearing the Ferrari uniform."

"I'm looking forward to it too." Qin Miao smiled and shrugged. "But if you want to see it now, my suggestion is to look at my photos from my F2 period. I remember there should be photos of me wearing a Ferrari uniform in them."

"I'll go check it out."

"By the way." Qin Miao suddenly said, "Vasseur, I agree that the matter of joining Ferrari should not be publicized in the paddock for the time being."

"Don't worry about this. We know what to do. We will continue to negotiate with you, but when the news will be announced is entirely up to you," said Wasser.

"Thank you very much for your understanding. The main reason I called you this time was to talk about this matter. If there is nothing else, I will hang up first." Qin Miao said.

Vasseur nodded: “Okay, then I wish us a pleasant cooperation! I also look forward to our meeting in Maranello at the end of this year.”

Qin Miao smiled and nodded: "I wish you a happy cooperation! See you in Maranello then."

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After hanging up the phone with Qin Miao, Vasseur started to be busy just like Toto. After all, the joining of Qin Miao, a two-time world champion, is also a big deal for Ferrari. Although the handover of internal affairs cannot be arranged immediately due to confidentiality, it is still possible to give these people in Ferrari a shot of prevention.

Under the same starlight, there are also two top F1 teams at the helm, but one of them has a worried look on his face as he plans for the future.

The other one was smiling happily and looking forward to the future.

As for the culprit who caused all this, Qin Miao went to sleep after hanging up the phone.

Although the drivers were given two weeks to rest and adjust after the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, Qin Miao knew after talking with Toto that there was nothing wrong with his leaving and he did not owe Mercedes anything. The honor of being a two-time world champion was enough to justify all the investment Mercedes had made in him.

But Qin Miao still felt that he owed the team and that he had failed to live up to the team's expectations of him.

So in this final season, Qin Miao wants to try his best to win another driver's world championship before leaving Mercedes.

On the one hand, he is grateful for Mercedes' cultivation, and on the other hand, he has won the honor of the Triple Crown. When he transfers to Ferrari, all the fans around the world will surely line the streets to welcome Qin Miao back to his loyal Maranello.

Of course, these are all things for later.

At the same time, Qin Miao also took advantage of this short one-week break to return to China.

After all, strictly speaking, the distance from China to Australia is shorter than the distance from the UK to Australia.

So Qin Miao's trip back to China won't delay anything.

In addition, Qiu Meng's due date is in April, so Qin Miao must go back to see his wife and daughter while he still has time.

Of course.

Qin Miao doesn't have to worry about things like prenatal checkups, maternal and child supplies, baby milk powder, and rooms. Her mother and parents-in-law have prepared everything in an orderly manner.

Qin Miao’s main value is to explode gold coins and provide emotional value to the person with the highest status in the family (Qiu Meng).

But to be honest, Qin Miao felt that his only role was the last one.

As for money, Qin Miao had a feeling that Qiu Meng was much richer than himself.

Although Qin Miao had no evidence, he felt that Qiu Meng must be very rich.

My daughter has had countless prenatal checkups, and everything is fine. The due date will not be shifted, the fetal position is correct, and there is no problem like the umbilical cord around the neck.

Qin Miao could even feel the child kicking his hand.

But Qin Miao is still a driver after all, and it is impossible for him to stay at home for too long.

On Monday, March 27th, Qin Miao left his peaceful life and went to Australia a week in advance.

Now, Qin Miao went there mainly to adapt to the climate.

Qin Miao didn’t have such concerns in the past and usually arrived at the competition venue on Wednesday afternoon.

However, as Qin Miao participated in more and more competitions, he found that if he went to the track in advance to adapt to the climate, his condition would be much better on the day of the competition.

Although being in good condition won’t bring much improvement to your lap time, at least you can feel more comfortable during the race.

Qin Miao himself didn't know the specific reason, but it would never hurt for him to go to the track a few days in advance.

And the Albert Park Circuit is a seaside circuit.

After playing the last two games in the desert, we are now at the temperate seaside and we really need to adapt to the humid climate here in advance.

After Qin Miao arrived at the competition site, his daily routine and work content returned to normal, with no difference from a normal Grand Prix.

But behind the scenes, Qin Miao's management team has terminated the negotiations with the Mercedes team, and almost all of them have gone to Maranello to start negotiations with Ferrari.

The first thing that is confirmed is that after Qin Miao arrives at Maranello, he will be recognized as Ferrari's number one driver, and a genius like Leclerc will also have to assist Qin Miao.

Although this approach is somewhat unfair to Leclerc, even Leclerc may not be able to accept it.

But this is the reward for Qin Miao after suppressing his teammate, seven-time champion Hamilton, for two years and showing his strength to everyone.

No one would doubt that Qin Miao's ability is inferior to Leclerc.

This was also one of the consensuses of both parties, so after it was proposed, both parties nodded in agreement, and this clause was naturally added to Qin Miao's contract.

This can be considered a good start for both parties for this contract. After all, both parties are willing to make this contract a success.

But the subsequent negotiations began to progress somewhat slowly.

The main issues are some contract details, for example, Ferrari wants to sign a 3+2 contract with Qin Miao.

That is a three-year official contract and a two-year team option.

This so-called team option means that after Qin Miao’s three-year contract expires, the Ferrari team has the right to decide whether Qin Miao leaves the team.

However, Qin Miao’s agency team must first ensure Qin Miao’s interests.

Although the career of an F1 driver is not as short as that of a traditional sports star, it is not too long either.

There are only a few people like Hamilton and Alonso who are still competitive and active in the racing field even when they are older.

Therefore, the driver contract that Qin Miao's agency team wants to sign with Ferrari is also 3+2, but the 2 is a driver option.

That is, after Qin Miao's three-year formal contract with Ferrari expires, Qin Miao has the right to decide whether to renew the contract with Ferrari.

These three years are exactly when the new regulations will be implemented in 26 years, and Qin Miao will then take the initiative.

If Qin Miao's performance in these three years is good enough, then Qin Miao can use this to gain more benefits from Ferrari. If his performance is not good, Qin Miao can also get two years' salary from Ferrari for free.

After that, he retired and enjoyed his retirement.

The two sides began a lengthy dispute over this issue.

But Qin Miao has a feeling that in the end both sides might take a step back, one year for the team option and one year for the driver option.

The only thing worth speculating on is whether the first year is a driver option or a team option.

Since someone was responsible for this matter, Qin Miao didn't pay much attention to it.

After arriving in Australia, Qin Miao would go for a walk on the beach every morning.

After all, the safest time abroad is morning.

Then in the morning, I do physical training, and in the afternoon I get familiar with the track, work hard on the details of my driving, and watch the race videos from last year and the year before.

I was busy until the evening and only had a few hours of rest.

Time passed quickly as Qin Miao trained day after day, and soon it was Thursday. (End of this chapter)