It might not be 'without merit' but it is still very likely nepotism even if the person in question tries to shun it.
With nepotism even without expressly courting it one can benefit from it. Things come your way, even if doesn't ask or even try and run from them. He is flat out turning it down?... no, so it's taking something up that has undoubtedly been (in part) given to him. If I take a handout because they know who I am even if I'm not broadcasting it from the rooftops it's still technically nepotism.
Either way there won't be a news outlet in the land not starting a sentence with 'Michael Schumacher's' son. It will be interesting to see how he does with all this pressure of history on him, he won't be the first but he will have the most to deal with.
Last edited: Jan 20, 2019