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Biography of F1 driver Schumacher Michael
Website: www.michael-schumacher.de
Michael Schumacher (born on 3 January 1969 in Hürth, Germany) is one of the greatest drivers in the history of motor racing and the figure who more than any other defined an era of Formula 1. With seven World Championships, 91 victories, 68 pole positions and 155 podiums, he redefined the technical, professional and sporting standards of the category.
Raised in Kerpen, Schumacher took his first steps in karting thanks to his father Rolf, who managed a local circuit. Success came early: German and European champion at the end of the 1980s, he moved to single-seaters and won the 1990 German Formula 3 Championship. At the same time he competed in the World Sportscar Championship with Mercedes, securing a victory in Mexico City and developing a technical and physical preparation that was unusual for a young driver at the time.
His Formula 1 debut came in 1991 with Jordan at Spa-Francorchamps: just one race, but enough to impress the paddock. From the following event he joined Benetton, with whom he achieved his first victory in 1992 and then the 1994 and 1995 World Championships. These were fiercely contested seasons, marked by intense rivalries and controversial episodes that contributed to his reputation as a relentlessly competitive driver.
In 1996 he made the choice that defined his legend, joining Ferrari, a team that had not won a Drivers’ Championship since 1979. The early years were difficult, but Schumacher became the centre of an unprecedented technical project, working closely with engineers and mechanics and transforming the team’s methods. After the serious 1999 Silverstone accident, which forced him to miss several races, he returned stronger than ever.
Between 2000 and 2004 he dominated Formula 1, winning five consecutive World Championships. The 2004 season remains one of the most impressive ever, with 13 wins from 18 races and overwhelming technical and mental superiority. Schumacher introduced extreme physical preparation, meticulous attention to detail, long testing sessions and an unmatched ability to develop the car throughout the season.
After retiring at the end of 2006, he made a surprise return to Formula 1 in 2010 with Mercedes. The comeback did not bring victories, but contributed to the growth of the team that would dominate the championship in the following years. He retired definitively at the end of 2012, leaving an enormous technical and sporting legacy.
Among the most famous curiosities: Schumacher was renowned for his obsessive training regime, often exceeding requirements; he spoke several languages fluently; spent hours in the simulator and in technical meetings when this was not yet common practice. He was also famous for his extraordinary ability in wet conditions, earning the nickname “Regenmeister”. He still holds numerous records, many of which stood for over a decade.
Away from the track, Michael Schumacher has always been extremely private. Married to Corinna since 1995, he is the father of two children, Gina-Maria and Mick, the latter becoming a professional racing driver. On 29 December 2013 he suffered a serious skiing accident in Méribel, resulting in a severe head injury. Since then, his health condition has been protected by strict privacy at the request of his family.
The figure of Schumacher remains central to the history of Formula 1, not only for the numbers, but for transforming the role of the driver into that of a complete technical and sporting leader, profoundly influencing subsequent generations.
The skiing accident occurred on 29 December 2013 on the slopes of Méribel in the French Alps: Schumacher fell while skiing off-piste, striking his head violently against a rock despite wearing a helmet. The consequences were extremely serious, with a severe head trauma requiring immediate neurosurgery and a prolonged period of medically induced coma. After months of hospital treatment in France and Switzerland, he was transferred to the family residence near Lake Geneva, where he continues a long-term care and rehabilitation programme.
The current state of health of Michael Schumacher has not been made public in detail: the family chose from the outset a policy of maximum privacy, limiting communication to very measured official statements. According to confirmations over time from spokespeople and those close to him, Schumacher requires constant assistance and no longer appears in public. This choice has always been motivated by the desire to protect his dignity and private life, consistent with the extremely reserved profile he maintained throughout his racing career.
Current season statistics
Formula 1 Season*
| Year | Team | Chassis | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | Mercedes GP | F1 W03 | 49 |
| 2011 | Mercedes GP | MGP W02 | 76 |
| 2010 | Mercedes GP | MGP W01 | 72 |
| 2006 | Ferrari | 248F1 | 121 |
| 2005 | Ferrari | F2005 | 62 |
| 2004 | Ferrari | F2004 | 148 |
| 2003 | Ferrari | F2003-GA | 93 |
| 2002 | Ferrari | F2002 | 144 |
| 2001 | Ferrari | F-2001 | 123 |
| 2000 | Ferrari | F1-2000 | 108 |
| 1999 | Ferrari | F399 | 44 |
Qualifying teammate battle
| Year | Team | Teammate | Win | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | Mercedes AMG Petronas F1 Team (F1 W03) | Rosberg N. | 9 VS 11 | |
| 2011 | Mercedes GP Petronas (MGP W02) | Rosberg N. | 3 VS 16 | |
| 2010 | Mercedes GP Petronas (MGP W01) | Rosberg N. | 5 VS 14 | |
| 2006 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro (248F1) | Massa F. | 12 VS 6 | |
| 2005 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro (F2005) | Barrichello R. | 1 VS 18 | |
| 2004 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro (F2004) | Barrichello R. | 13 VS 5 | |
| 2003 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro (F2003-GA) | Barrichello R. | 0 VS 16 | |
| 2002 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro (F2002) | Barrichello R. | 13 VS 4 | |
| 2001 | Ferrari (F-2001) | Barrichello R. | 16 VS 1 | |
| Total | 72 VS 91 | |||
Best results in Formula 1 *
| Grand Prix | Team | Chassis | Pos. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brazilian GP 2012 | Mercedes AMG Petronas F1 Team | F1 W03 | 7 |
| Italian GP 2012 | Mercedes AMG Petronas F1 Team | F1 W03 | 6 |
| Belgian GP 2012 | Mercedes AMG Petronas F1 Team | F1 W03 | 7 |
| German GP 2012 | Mercedes AMG Petronas F1 Team | F1 W03 | 7 |
| British GP 2012 | Mercedes AMG Petronas F1 Team | F1 W03 | 7 |
| European GP 2012 | Mercedes AMG Petronas F1 Team | F1 W03 | 3 |
| Bahrain GP 2012 | Mercedes AMG Petronas F1 Team | F1 W03 | 10 |
| Malaysian GP 2012 | Mercedes AMG Petronas F1 Team | F1 W03 | 10 |
| Abu Dhabi GP 2011 | Mercedes GP Petronas | MGP W02 | 7 |
| Indian GP 2011 | Mercedes GP Petronas | MGP W02 | 5 |
| Japanese GP 2011 | Mercedes GP Petronas | MGP W02 | 6 |
| Italian GP 2011 | Mercedes GP Petronas | MGP W02 | 5 |
| Belgian GP 2011 | Mercedes GP Petronas | MGP W02 | 5 |
| German GP 2011 | Mercedes GP Petronas | MGP W02 | 8 |
| British GP 2011 | Mercedes GP Petronas | MGP W02 | 9 |
| Canadian GP 2011 | Mercedes GP Petronas | MGP W02 | 4 |
| Spanish GP 2011 | Mercedes GP Petronas | MGP W02 | 6 |
| Chinese GP 2011 | Mercedes GP Petronas | MGP W02 | 8 |
| Malaysian GP 2011 | Mercedes GP Petronas | MGP W02 | 9 |
| Brazilian GP 2010 | Mercedes GP Petronas | MGP W01 | 7 |
| Japanese GP 2010 | Mercedes GP Petronas | MGP W01 | 6 |
| Korean GP 2010 | Mercedes GP Petronas | MGP W01 | 4 |
| Italian GP 2010 | Mercedes GP Petronas | MGP W01 | 9 |
| Belgian GP 2010 | Mercedes GP Petronas | MGP W01 | 7 |
| German GP 2010 | Mercedes GP Petronas | MGP W01 | 9 |
| British GP 2010 | Mercedes GP Petronas | MGP W01 | 9 |
| Turkish GP 2010 | Mercedes GP Petronas | MGP W01 | 4 |
| Spanish GP 2010 | Mercedes GP Petronas | MGP W01 | 4 |
| Chinese GP 2010 | Mercedes GP Petronas | MGP W01 | 10 |
| Australian GP 2010 | Mercedes GP Petronas | MGP W01 | 10 |
| Bahrain GP 2010 | Mercedes GP Petronas | MGP W01 | 6 |
| Brazilian GP 2006 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | 248F1 | 4 |
| Chinese GP 2006 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | 248F1 | 1 |
| Italian GP 2006 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | 248F1 | 1 |
| Turkish GP 2006 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | 248F1 | 3 |
| Hungarian GP 2006 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | 248F1 | 8 |
| German GP 2006 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | 248F1 | 1 |
| French GP 2006 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | 248F1 | 1 |
| United States GP 2006 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | 248F1 | 1 |
| Canadian GP 2006 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | 248F1 | 2 |
| British GP 2006 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | 248F1 | 2 |
| Monaco GP 2006 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | 248F1 | 5 |
| Spanish GP 2006 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | 248F1 | 2 |
| European GP 2006 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | 248F1 | 1 |
| San Marino GP 2006 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | 248F1 | 1 |
| Malaysian GP 2006 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | 248F1 | 6 |
| Bahrain GP 2006 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | 248F1 | 2 |
| Japanese GP 2005 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | F2005 | 7 |
| Brazilian GP 2005 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | F2005 | 4 |
| Italian GP 2005 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | F2005 | 10 |
| Hungarian GP 2005 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | F2005 | 2 |
| German GP 2005 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | F2005 | 5 |
| British GP 2005 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | F2005 | 6 |
| French GP 2005 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | F2005 | 3 |
| United States GP 2005 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | F2005 | 1 |
| Canadian GP 2005 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | F2005 | 2 |
| European GP 2005 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | F2005 | 5 |
| Monaco GP 2005 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | F2005 | 7 |
| San Marino GP 2005 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | F2005 | 2 |
| Malaysian GP 2005 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | F2005 | 7 |
| Brazilian GP 2004 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | F2004 | 7 |
| Japanese GP 2004 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | F2004 | 1 |
| Australian GP 2004 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | F2004 | 1 |
| Italian GP 2004 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | F2004 | 2 |
| Bahrain GP 2004 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | F2004 | 1 |
| Hungarian GP 2004 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | F2004 | 1 |
| German GP 2004 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | F2004 | 1 |
| British GP 2004 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | F2004 | 1 |
| French GP 2004 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | F2004 | 1 |
| United States GP 2004 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | F2004 | 1 |
| Canadian GP 2004 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | F2004 | 1 |
| European GP 2004 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | F2004 | 1 |
| Spanish GP 2004 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | F2004 | 1 |
| San Marino GP 2004 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | F2004 | 1 |
| Malaysian GP 2004 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | F2004 | 1 |
| Belgian GP 2004 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | F2004 | 2 |
| Japanese GP 2003 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | F2003-GA | 8 |
| United States GP 2003 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | F2003-GA | 1 |
| Italian GP 2003 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | F2003-GA | 1 |
| Hungarian GP 2003 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | F2003-GA | 8 |
| German GP 2003 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | F2003-GA | 7 |
| British GP 2003 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | F2003-GA | 4 |
| French GP 2003 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | F2003-GA | 3 |
| European GP 2003 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | F2003-GA | 5 |
| Canadian GP 2003 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | F2003-GA | 1 |
| Monaco GP 2003 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | F2003-GA | 3 |
| Austrian GP 2003 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | F2003-GA | 1 |
| Spanish GP 2003 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | F2003-GA | 1 |
| San Marino GP 2003 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | F2003-GA | 1 |
| Malaysian GP 2003 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | F2003-GA | 6 |
| Australian GP 2003 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | F2003-GA | 4 |
| Australian GP 2002 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | F2002 | 1 |
| Japanese GP 2002 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | F2002 | 1 |
| United States GP 2002 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | F2002 | 2 |
| Italian GP 2002 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | F2002 | 2 |
| Belgian GP 2002 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | F2002 | 1 |
| Hungarian GP 2002 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | F2002 | 2 |
| German GP 2002 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | F2002 | 1 |
| French GP 2002 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | F2002 | 1 |
| British GP 2002 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | F2002 | 1 |
| European GP 2002 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | F2002 | 2 |
| Canadian GP 2002 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | F2002 | 1 |
| Monaco GP 2002 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | F2002 | 2 |
| Austrian GP 2002 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | F2002 | 1 |
| Spanish GP 2002 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | F2002 | 1 |
| San Marino GP 2002 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | F2002 | 1 |
| Brazilian GP 2002 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | F2002 | 1 |
| Malaysian GP 2002 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | F2002 | 3 |
| European GP 2001 | Ferrari | F-2001 | 1 |
| Japanese GP 2001 | Ferrari | F-2001 | 1 |
| United States GP 2001 | Ferrari | F-2001 | 2 |
| Italian GP 2001 | Ferrari | F-2001 | 4 |
| Belgian GP 2001 | Ferrari | F-2001 | 1 |
| Hungarian GP 2001 | Ferrari | F-2001 | 1 |
| British GP 2001 | Ferrari | F-2001 | 2 |
| French GP 2001 | Ferrari | F-2001 | 1 |
| Canadian GP 2001 | Ferrari | F-2001 | 2 |
| Monaco GP 2001 | Ferrari | F-2001 | 1 |
| Austrian GP 2001 | Ferrari | F-2001 | 2 |
| Spanish GP 2001 | Ferrari | F-2001 | 1 |
| Brazilian GP 2001 | Ferrari | F-2001 | 2 |
| Malaysian GP 2001 | Ferrari | F-2001 | 1 |
| Australian GP 2001 | Ferrari | F-2001 | 1 |
| Malaysian GP 2000 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | F1-2000 | 1 |
| Japanese GP 2000 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | F1-2000 | 1 |
| United States GP 2000 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | F1-2000 | 1 |
| Italian GP 2000 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | F1-2000 | 1 |
| Belgian GP 2000 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | F1-2000 | 2 |
| Hungarian GP 2000 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | F1-2000 | 2 |
| Canadian GP 2000 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | F1-2000 | 1 |
| European GP 2000 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | F1-2000 | 1 |
| Spanish GP 2000 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | F1-2000 | 5 |
| British GP 2000 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | F1-2000 | 3 |
| San Marino GP 2000 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | F1-2000 | 1 |
| Brazilian GP 2000 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | F1-2000 | 1 |
| Australian GP 2000 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | F1-2000 | 1 |
| Japanese GP 1999 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | F399 | 2 |
| Malaysian GP 1999 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | F399 | 2 |
| French GP 1999 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | F399 | 5 |
| Spanish GP 1999 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | F399 | 3 |
| Monaco GP 1999 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | F399 | 1 |
| San Marino GP 1999 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | F399 | 1 |
| Brazilian GP 1999 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | F399 | 2 |
| Australian GP 1999 | Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro | F399 | 8 |
