Dan Istitene
Mick Schumacher says the controversy surrounding his 2021 Haas team mate is "nothing to do with me".
It is believed fellow rookie Nikita Mazepin is at risk of being ousted by the small American team following a backlash by sponsors, media and fans.
The 21-year-old Russian is under fire for a social media post that allegedly depicted him groping a female friend.
"This is nothing to do with me," Schumacher, who has also been signed up by Haas for 2021, insisted.
"I'm sure that the team will take care of everything."
Team boss Gunther Steiner has said he is taking the matter "very seriously", adding: "It is possible you will never hear of a punishment because we want to deal with it privately."