On December 29, 2013, a rift was marked in the history of sports. Since that day, after a serious skiing accident in Méribel, Michael Schumacher has disappeared from the public scene, protected by the love of his wife Corinna and children. He turned 56 in January, but his life has remained far from the media spotlight since then, protected by a reserve that the family has never wanted to betray.
An update, with great caution, has been brought by British journalist Craig Scarborough, who has followed Formula 1 for decades and has met Schumacher many times during his career. Speaking to a person “very, very close” to the former pilot, he explained – to “The Sun” – that there will be no public appearances in the future. The current situation, as far as is possible in his situation, would be stable and followed with the utmost care. Silence remains a clear choice.
The strength of the family
Those who have been close to him know the delicacy of the situation. Flavio Briatore, who promoted him in Formula 1 during his time at Benetton, has explained that he prefers to remember him smiling after a victory. Jean Todt, an early friend, has indicated that he continues to visit him and watch the Grands Prix with him on television. In the 2021 documentary dedicated to his life, Corinna Schumacher spoke with great dignity about the family’s daily routine: therapy, constant presence, the desire to keep alive that bond that has always been central to Michael.