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Daily Record
3 days ago
- Automotive
- Daily Record
Heartbreaking Michael Schumacher update as F1 insider opens up
Michael Schumacher is still fighting after suffering a severe brain injury in a skiing accident in December 2013, with the F1 legend continuing to receive round-the-clock care. Formula 1 enthusiasts have been informed that they are likely to never hear from legendary driver Michael Schumacher again after his horrifying ski accident more than a decade ago. The 56-year-old German continues to receive constant care from a dedicated medical team and his devoted wife, Corinna, following a tragic skiing accident in December 2013. Schumacher, who won seven world titles, is arguably the most iconic name and face in F1. However, he has been kept out of the public eye since suffering a severe brain injury after striking his head on a rock in the French Alps. Medical professionals placed him into an induced coma which lasted for 250 days before Schumacher was eventually allowed to return home and continue his treatment. His family have fiercely guarded his privacy, with Schumacher now entirely dependent on caregivers. Updates have been few and far between, but it's been reported that the stricken racer can no longer speak. F1 fans have clung to hope for 11-and-a-half years that they'll catch another glimpse of Schumacher, who remains tied for Drivers' Championships with Lewis Hamilton, Ferrari's current icon. However, in a recent interview, those hopes have been dashed. Craig Scarborough, who has covered the sport for approximately 25 years and interviewed Schumacher multiple times, recently spoke to the Sun and revealed details about his condition, reports the Mirror. "I spoke to someone who is very, very close to him and they just explained we're not going to hear any more from him," Scarborough said. "He's in a comfortable position as far as he can be with his state of health." Devoted fans will be heartened to know that Schumacher, having recently become a grandfather following his daughter Gina's childbirth, is coping as well as possible given the dreadful predicament. However, those who were intimately acquainted with him often choose not to dwell on his present condition. Commenting on the matter, Flavio Briatore, Schumacher's previous team principal at Benetton and current head honcho at Alpine, shared with Corriere della Sera: "If I close my eyes. I see him smiling after a victory. I prefer to remember him like that rather than him just lying on a bed." These reflections are matched by remarks from Schumacher's former spouse, Elisabetta Gregoraci, who disclosed in 2020: "Michael doesn't speak; he communicates with his eyes. Only three people can visit him, and I know who they are." It is widely believed that one of the trio permitted to visit Schumacher outside his immediate family is ex-Ferrari boss Jean Todt, who lamented in 2022: "I can see him but of course, what I miss is what we used to do together. I watch Grands Prix with Michael." Mick Schumacher, Michael's 26 year old progeny, took part in Formula 1 contests for Haas in both 2021 and 2022. Scarborough emphasises that Mick's presence is crucial for Michael's wellbeing and commends the family's decision to uphold their privacy. "I think a lot of people demand stuff from him and I think that's wrong," Scarborough added. "He is himself, and his family have a lot to contend with. Until you've cared for somebody, I don't think anyone realises the emotion and the physical up to our free weekly F1 newsletter, Pit Lane Chronicle, by entering your email address below so that every new edition lands straight in your inbox!"The fact that they have been bold enough to withdraw from public life and not be tempted to do exclusives out there to various people, I think, is noble, and I hope that continues. "I hope they can find happiness in the situation they find themselves in. He was a guy who enjoyed his personal time. "He loved his family. He did lots of lovely things. He clearly liked a drink and he loved a big cigar. But he had lots of time to bring up his son." Corinna, who married Schumacher in 1995, opened up on his condition during a 2021 Netflix documentary. "We're together," she said. "We live together at home. We do therapy. "We're trying to carry on as a family. We do everything we can to make Michael better and to make sure he's comfortable. And to simply make him feel our family, our bond. And no matter what, I will do everything I can. We all will. We're trying to carry on as a family, the way Michael liked it and still does."
News.com.au
01-05-2025
- Automotive
- News.com.au
Fresh hope Michael Schumacher is ‘on the mend' after his first public act in 12 years
Michael Schumacher's former teammate is hopeful that the Formula One icon is 'on the mend' after his first public act in 12 years. Schumacher, 56, signed fellow motorsport great Sir Jackie Stewart's helmet alongside dozens of other drivers in a touching move that has left many hopeful around his health, The Sun reports. Fox Sports, available on Kayo Sports, is the only place to watch every qualifying session and race in the 2025 FIA Formula One World Championship™, LIVE in 4K with no ad-breaks during racing. New to Kayo? Get your first month for just $1. Limited time offer. The seven-time F1 world champion has not been seen in public since he suffered a serious head injury after a skiing accident in December 2013. His wife Corinna has spent the years since creating a private world around Michael as he continues his recovery. Schumacher's condition has remained a secret across the last decade but the recent signing of Stewart's racing helmet has given the motorsport world a glimmer of hope. He is said to have signed it with the help of Corinna as an image showed his initials 'M.S' on the bottom right of the iconic white helmet. Schumacher's teammate at Benetton between 1994 to 1995, Johnny Herbert, described the signature as an 'emotional' moment. He told FastSlots: 'It's wonderful news that Michael Schumacher signed Jackie Stewart's helmet. It was a wonderful moment. 'We haven't seen something emotional like this in years, and hopefully, it's a sign. 'Hopefully, Michael is on the mend. It's been a long, horrible journey for the family, and maybe we'll hopefully see him in the F1 paddock soon.' He added that the whole of the sporting world would love to one day see Schumacher back in the public eye among his fans. 'It would be so welcomed, not just from everyone in the paddock, but everyone around the world considering the awful situation he found himself in,' Herbert said. Schumacher joined all 20 living world champions - from the eldest in Stewart to the most recent winner Max Verstappen - in giving his signature. It is now set to be sold off at auction to help raise funds for Sir Jackie Stewart's Race Against Dementia charity. Stewart was even seen completing a lap of the racetrack with the helmet on at the start of April. The sweet act came before the F1 Bahrain Grand Prix. Michael's signature marks the stricken F1 legend's only public act since his devastating ski accident in the French Alps. Schumacher now lives at a A$103 million custom-built property on the shores of Lake Geneva in Switzerland, where he is cared for by a dedicated team of medical staff. Only a handful of trusted people are aware of his current health status, including ex-Ferrari boss Jean Todt, his former teammates Felipe Massa and Luca Badoer, as well as longtime manager Sabine Kehm. The helmet is the latest in a number of positive signs surrounding Schumacher's health. He recently became a granddad for the first time last month after his daughter Gina welcomed a baby girl named Millie. The legendary Formula One driver is believed to have flown from his family's villa in Majorca to their Swiss mansion in a chopper to join his daughter before the birth. Gina revealed she was pregnant shortly after tying the knot to partner Iain Bethke at a villa in Majorca last year. There was speculation at the time that her F1 champion dad attended the wedding, but it is unclear if he ever made the ceremony.
Scottish Sun
30-04-2025
- Automotive
- Scottish Sun
Michael Schumacher's pal reveals fresh hope stricken F1 legend is ‘on the mend' after his first public act in 12 years
The helmet is the latest in a number of positive signs surrounding Schumacher's health SCHU HOPE Michael Schumacher's pal reveals fresh hope stricken F1 legend is 'on the mend' after his first public act in 12 years MICHAEL Schumacher's former teammate is hopeful that the Formula One icon is "on the mend" after his first public act in 12 years. Schumacher, 56, signed fellow motorsport great Sir Jackie Stewart's helmet alongside dozens of other drivers in a touching move that has left many hopeful around his health. Advertisement 7 Michael Schumacher's intials 'M.S' can be seen signed on the bottom right of Sir Jackie Stewart's helmet Credit: EPA 7 Michael's teammate Johnny Herbert said the signature could suggest the F1 icon is 'on the mend' Credit: Getty 7 Michael's wife Corinna helped him sign the helmet The seven-time F1 world champion has not been seen in public since he suffered a serious head injury after a skiing accident in December 2013. His wife Corinna has spent the years since creating a private world around Michael as he continues his recovery. Schumacher's condition has remained a secret across the last decade but the recent signing of Stewart's racing helmet has given the motorsport world a glimmer of hope. He is said to have signed it with the help of Corinna as an image showed his initials "M.S" on the bottom right of the iconic white helmet. Advertisement Schumacher's teammate at Benetton between 1994 to 1995, Johnny Herbert, described the signature as an "emotional" moment. He told FastSlots: "It's wonderful news that Michael Schumacher signed Jackie Stewart's helmet. It was a wonderful moment. "We haven't seen something emotional like this in years, and hopefully, it's a sign. "Hopefully, Michael is on the mend. It's been a long, horrible journey for the family, and maybe we'll hopefully see him in the F1 paddock soon." Advertisement He added that the whole of the sporting world would love to one day see Schumacher back in the public eye among his fans. "It would be so welcomed, not just from everyone in the paddock, but everyone around the world considering the awful situation he found himself in," Herbert said. Michael Schumacher in rare health update as ex-Ferrari boss Jean Todt reveals former champ still watches F1 races Schumacher joined all 20 living world champions - from the eldest in Stewart to the most recent winner Max Verstappen - in giving his signature. It is now set to be sold off at auction to help raise funds for Sir Jackie Stewart's Race Against Dementia charity. Advertisement Stewart was even seen completing a lap of the race track with the helmet on at the start of April. The sweet act came before the F1 Bahrain Grand Prix. Michael's signature marks the stricken F1 legend's only public act since his devastating ski accident in the French Alps. Schumacher now lives at a £50million custom-built property on the shores of Lake Geneva in Switzerland, where he is cared for by a dedicated team of medical staff. Advertisement Only a handful of trusted people are aware of his current health status, including ex-Ferrari boss Jean Todt, his former teammates Felipe Massa and Luca Badoer, as well as longtime manager Sabine Kehm. What happened to Michael Schumacher? MICHAEL Schumacher's life was hanging by a thread 12 years ago as medics tried desperately to keep him alive after a tragic skiing crash that left him with horrific brain injuries. The F1 legend was given the best possible treatment as he was put into a medically induced coma, had his body temperature lowered and underwent hours of tricky operations on his brain. Back in 2013, the retired seven-time world champion, and his then 14-year-old son set off on the Combe de Saulire ski run in the exclusive French resort of Meribel. Footage from his helmet camera revealed he was not travelling at excessive speed when his skis struck a rock hidden beneath the snow. He catapulted forward 11.5ft and crashed into a boulder head first that split his helmet into two and left him needing to be airlifted to hospital for two life-saving operations. At one point his family were told to brace themselves for the worst case scenario as the situation was much worse than originally believed. At the time, medics said Schumacher was likely to stay in an induced coma for at least 48 hours as his body and mind recovered. But the coma ended up lasting 250 days - more than eight months. After he woke up in June 2014, he was discharged from hospital and sent to his home in Lake Geneva to get further treatment. Since then his wife Corinna and his inner circle of friends have expertly avoided almost anything leaking out about his health status. Only small amounts of information have been released including reports that Schumacher was in a wheelchair but can react to things around him. In 2019, it was said that Schumacher was set to undergo breakthrough stem cell therapy in a bid to regenerate and rebuild his nervous system. Renowned France cardiologist Dr Philippe Menasche, who had operated on him previously, was set to carry out the treatment that would see cells from his heart go to his brain. Following the treatment at the Georges Pompidou Hospital in Paris, he was said to be "conscious", although few other details were given about his state. The helmet is the latest in a number of positive signs surrounding Schumacher's health. He recently became a granddad for the first time last month after his daughter Gina welcomed a baby girl named Millie. The legendary Formula One driver is believed to have flown from his family's villa in Majorca to their Swiss mansion in a chopper to join his daughter before the birth. Advertisement Gina revealed she was pregnant shortly after tying the knot to partner Iain Bethke at a villa in Majorca last year. There was speculation at the time that her F1 champion dad attended the wedding, but it is unclear if he ever made the ceremony. 7 Mark Stewart, the son of former British racing driver Jackie Stewart, holds his father's old helmet as he talks to Lewis Hamilton Credit: AFP 7 Stewart wore the hat as he completed a lap of the track before the Bahrain Grand Prix in April Credit: EPA Advertisement 7 Schumacher with Herbert in 1995 Credit: Getty
News.com.au
26-04-2025
- Entertainment
- News.com.au
Michael Schumacher's son ‘splits from Miss Universe finalist girlfriend' after she was ‘invited into inner circle'
Mick Schumacher has split from girlfriend Laila Hasanovich, according to reports. The former Formula 1 driver, 26, had been dating the model since 2022. Hasanovich was brought into the family's 'inner circle' – and was Mick's only girlfriend to have visited his F1 legend father, Michael. Per German outlet Bild, however, both Schumacher and Hasanovich have recently been spotted on celebrity dating app Raya. The former Haas driver has also removed the most recent pictures of himself with Hasanovich from his Instagram account. Profiles on Raya are verified by connecting to users' Instagram accounts. Hasanovich, 24, was a finalist at the 2019 Miss Universe Denmark pageant. Based in Copenhagen, she has gathered a huge 343,000-strong Instagram following. Schumacher, meanwhile, is racing in the FIA World Endurance Championship for Alpine. He previously competed in Formula 1 for Haas during the 2021 and 2022 seasons, while he served as reserve driver for Mercedes in 2023 and 2024. Mick's father Michael has not been seen in public since a skiing accident in 2013. The German suffered traumatic brain injuries following a collision in Meribel, France. Since the devastating accident, Schumacher's wife Corinna has created a private world around her husband. The tight-knit group is said to feature former teammate Luca Badoer and manager Sabine Kehm – as well as ex-Ferrari star Felipe Massa. Asked about his meeting with Schumacher, Massa, 43, said: 'I saw him. 'But I think we always have to respect Corinna's decision. 'Schumacher was like that, always very reserved with his family. 'Even when he was still racing, his children only entered the racetrack when the race started, so as not to have the press on them.'
Scottish Sun
24-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Michael Schumacher's son ‘splits from Miss Universe finalist girlfriend' after she was ‘invited into inner circle'
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) MICK SCHUMACHER has split from girlfriend Laila Hasanovich, according to reports. The former Formula 1 driver, 26, had been dating the model since 2022. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 5 Mick Schumacher had been dating Laila Hasanovich since 2022 Credit: Instagram 5 Laila is a model and former Miss Universe finalist Credit: instagram @ lailahasanovic Hasanovich was brought into the family's "inner circle" - and was Mick's only girlfriend to have visited his F1 legend father, Michael. Per German outlet Bild, however, both Schumacher and Hasanovich have recently been spotted on celebrity dating app Raya. The former Haas driver has also removed the most recent pictures of himself with Hasanovich from his Instagram account. Profiles on Raya are verified by connecting to users' Instagram accounts. Hasanovich, 24, was a finalist at the 2019 Miss Universe Denmark pageant. Based in Copenhagen, she has gathered a huge 343,000-strong Instagram following. Schumacher, meanwhile, is racing in the FIA World Endurance Championship for Alpine. He previously competed in Formula 1 for Haas during the 2021 and 2022 seasons, while he served as reserve driver for Mercedes in 2023 and 2024. BEST ONLINE CASINOS - TOP SITES IN THE UK 5 Laila has been spotted on celebrity dating app Raya Credit: instagram @f1gossippofficial 5 Schumacher, 26, has also been seen on the app Credit: instagram @f1gossippofficial Mick's father Michael has not been seen in public since a skiing accident in 2013. The German suffered traumatic brain injuries following a collision in Meribel, France. Mick Schumacher's model girlfriend sends clear message on engagement after being invited into 'inner circle' Since the devastating accident, Schumacher's wife Corinna has created a private world around her husband. The tight-knit group is said to feature former team-mate Luca Badoer and manager Sabine Kehm - as well as ex-Ferrari star Felipe Massa. Asked about his meeting with Schumacher, Massa, 43, said: "I saw him. "But I think we always have to respect Corinna's decision. "Schumacher was like that, always very reserved with his family. "Even when he was still racing, his children only entered the racetrack when the race started, so as not to have the press on them."
