Funny, warm and charming, ready to meet the Michael Schumacher you thought did not exist. It also has some things to say about the 2008 season. Michael Schumacher laughs. Seriously ... he laughs. Having seen their satisfaction only expressed in his cry of victory or a face, is unexpected and, believe it a little disconcerting. But still. The source of their fun is the story of the growing success of Michael to beat Bernie Ecclestone when playing Backgammon during races.
"recently earned him more money than they love him," smiles the man who sprayed the field of noise of seven F1 world championships. It's all quite confusing, Michael Schumacher should not be funny, do you?
Well, the old Schumi did not show much on this side, but Michael Schumach er
today is another matter. Sure, his jovial side relaxed and was always there, drivers like Rubens Barrichello will say that Michael is "very fun to come to my room," but his systematic race for perfection in sport caused such intense concentration that the world was watching.
now seems likely to be himself. It was this arrogance Nerve critics who accused him. The 2008 version was friendly, funny, even ... lovely. There is a comedian who gives bear hugs and shoulder pats passing strangers but there is a warmth and calm are not lost in the post-Michael Schumacher F1 and it's very hard not to like.
met Schumacher F1 Racing in Dubai where he was to officially launch "The Michael Schumacher World Champion Tower" - a luxury skyscraper in the super-rich may live in exclusive comfort. Offers his right hand to offer the type of greeting you'd expect.
Even shaking hands is a bit surreal. It's the same hand that was at the wheel during those seven championships. The same hand that guided all those amazing passing maneuvers. It even helped to load each one of the controversial kicks will make it a pantomime villain in Britain. But if the greeting was a key to Schumacher's current physical state, it is immediately obvious that remained disgustingly fit.
not lose the brightness necessary to win multiple championships in F1 of the overnight, and this is not a guy who Sherpa been coming to the races as many exfutbolistas overweight. When you are the most exhibitors to walk on the soil of the area you chose, some standards will never leave you.
is an impeccable white shirt with loose buttons to reveal a crucifix a little rocker, Michael Schumacher is accommodated in a brown leather chair and begins to show the friendly side has always had.
So how was your life since retirement from Formula One?
has been very interesting and I'll be very honest, yes indeed there were some possibilities to return to the tracks, but I think there never was a real moment where there doubted that the decision to leave was correct. And now I love my freedom. I am currently very involved with both Ferrari racing cars as well as city dwellers run a lot on a motorcycle. Tell us
motorcycles. How rare it is you go from someone who dominated the runways, to be a competitor in the competition?
I love the feeling of riding a bike. I am a beginner, and that means I pay close attention to what's behind me, not in front! But it makes me happy. It's a good sport that gives me a good dose of competition, but never I will be competitive enough to win championships. Well no big ...
How are the other runners? Acribillarte Y'all want to be Michael Schumacher?
Ha ha ha! I think not. Good running bike is different ... you will not tire and rim, but person to person, and everyone knows that if you fall it hurts. So people against whom run is certainly very hard but they are with everyone.
What do you miss most about Formula One? Especially
see my friends. I played soccer, went to parties and I had bad times with many of them. Incredible experiences we shared, so each time I see them is great. But I'm not all races so sometimes I do not see in a while.
often you look at the pitwall during races. How do you.jpg)
temple to be there and not behind the wheel?
is very interesting, because I know exactly what the situation where kids are and what they do. It's amazing to be on the other side, especially with the knowledge I have. Sometimes in racing, if there was a strategic error on another computer or something, you sit and think "how did not see it?" "Why would not use that information?" But sitting on the pitwall understand the difficulty. All one knows at the car depends pitwall, so it's a difficult job. While running
said that records do not matter. Does it matter now that you withdrew?
I must say I like to remember. I always said I do not care and it was true, but I'm very proud.
What trophy value most?
The Bernie gave me. Do not know how much has been in Formula One but the original trophy is passed from one winner to another. After winning my second title with Ferrari said to Bernie, "Well ... when my third championship win me stay." He just said, "Well, do not worry." So I have the original trophy at home.
Did you ever imagine that the Ferrari empire would grow so much?
do not think anybody could figure out what we accomplished. (Pause) My heart is still at Ferrari and always cross my fingers to win.
The change in tone of voice Schumacher says it all. Ferrari is an issue that is still of great importance to him, and the ties that succeeded there while redefining what you could achieve a modern F1 driver remain strong. Yet not only is tied so sentimental. His repeated advice to both city dwellers such as car races are not only busy, but maintains that closeness with the world in which fluttered.
A changed world from which he retired in late 2006. The famous Ferrari outfit he wore only five minutes before the arrival of Lewis Hamilton as the new star of Formula One A new breed of riders began to emerge, with Robert Kubica and Sebastian Vettel leading the pack.
Fernando Alonso, the man who failed to beat Michael Schumacher in his last season
ma, found her own nemesis and finished in less competitive Renault team that year. And Ferrari? With its unexpected success in 2007 after the retirement of Schumacher, Jean Todt and Ross Brawn has been a year a little rougher.
Gone are the days when they claimed the title pilots since July as the good days of 2002. Instead came the strangely explosive engine and automatic light annoying gadget in the pit lane. Above all, he fought a brilliant battle for the championship between Hamilton and close friend of Schumacher, Felipe Massa, with Kimi Raikkonen strange way to somewhere out of step.
Schumacher Ferrari focuses on the topic. And not laughing. Seeing those who want in distress is not a laughing matter.
has been a difficult season for Ferrari, do not you think?
know, the final day's racing. You have your highs and your low but ultimately fight for the championship Ferrari since 1999 and I think that it is a great achievement. Considering that it is not Ross Brawn, Jean Todt is not full time and I also went ... are very important changes and Ferrari still fight for the championship. That shows the team that formed over the years.
"What surprised you drivers for the 2008 season?
Well ... I think that should be mentioned to Felipe Massa. I was not surprised, but he has shown what can do and what I always knew I had. I guess many people it takes longer to see their true abilities.
How do you think is going to Ross Brawn at Honda?
is the right person such projects, but it is a difficult one. Very difficult. If he succeeds, perhaps no one succeeds.
What do you think of Sebastian Vettel, is he following you?
I must say that is interesting and very satisfying to see their development. I've known him since I was a child and a joy to watch. I do not think that is good compared with me ... always be Sebastian Sebastian. Perhaps more than me, maybe not.
What about the pressure of knowing you have your country behind you?
never really thought about it. I was just glad that people interested in me! I think I was not sorry for my career because I kept very focused.
Would you have liked to race against Lewis Hamilton?
Well, I ran alongside a very good rate: Senna, Mansell, Prost ... all big names. Lewis is a great driver but is still new to this. Although, of course, would have been very interesting to see what happened if Lewis had come to F1 at the same time as me. Maneuvers would have been very interesting ...
What do you think the new circuits that were appended to 2008, Singapore and Valencia?
do not know, I have not run into them.
As a viewer ...?
(Pause) One was very exciting, the other a bit more boring.
This new Formula One season will several new regulations. What about them?
Mmm ... good question. When you see the ideas behind them, I think it's a step in right direction. You can question you if certain things are necessary or not, such as KERS, but I think it will only know in the future. By reducing aerodynamic grip and increase should improve the show.
The battle between Lewis and Felipe was brilliant last season. How do you.jpg)
temple being in the middle of the fight for the championship?
is very ... intense. Every minute of your life revolves around it, both in your professional life, private. Felipe and Lewis thought at the time: "What's next, I should do, what will happen? ". Seriously, were permanently concentrated, at least until the end of the season could not think of anything else. Nothing.
what way you describe your relationship with Bernie?
I do not really have a relationship with him ... or at least one that can be categorized as friendship. But occasionally we see at the races. Rather say that it is very casual. The only good thing is you can always laugh with Bernie ... being honest is a pretty nice.
rewrote the record books as to what a man can achieve in Formula One again Will there be a seven-time champion?
You know something? Records are made to be broken, I q someone sooner or later and it will.
This last answer is given in stride and is quite striking. Michael Schumacher, the man recognized as one of the most competitive drivers in Formula One stop does not seem interested in preserving their record. This is another surprise, but it seems that Michael's love for baseball that left so much that I would be happy if someone could make eight titles in F1. He's very satisfied with their achievements and happy life he led.
not now be a loaf of bread, you know? But fear not, fans of Schumacher, the competitive brand is still there equally alive. If you bring up Ferrari's Felipe Massa and Sebastian Vettel will be like any other fan of F1 ... support your team and driver, agitated and animated, showing their fists when they win and lowering them when they lose.
Running on bikes is a natural step that was most of his life trying to beat people on the racetrack. The only difference is that it does not take away everything else.
fr It says
the stars ecuencia professionals do not know what to do upon retirement. After a surreal life in hotel rooms without personality dreaming of her great reputation on all normal ... can leave them vulnerable. Michael Schumacher no. Family man, an advisor to Ferrari, motorcycle racer and now an ambitious businessman.
The best driver of his generation could not be happier now. And you know what? In fact it shows, and much.
Schumacher, the businessman.
What am I supposed to do when you win seven world championships in F1 and the person you become more successful in competing for your sport? So ... you build a luxury high-rise.
in 2 years - ven sec schedule - you can buy a swanky apartment in the Michael Schumacher World Champion Tower in Abu Dhabi. Be built by PNYG, responsible for the water cube at the Olympics in Beijing, and is the first of seven skyscrapers around the world will commemorate the seven F1 world championships by Michael.
Like on the track, do not do things by halves: you can park your yacht in the outside (be the first skyscraper in the world spring), the underground car park is an aquarium and there are tennis courts and a driving range 115 meters tall.
So, how does it feel to be Michael Schumacher, a businessman these days?
"To be honest, not very different from the past", says Schumi. "I had business partners in my past life now I have only to new business partners on stage. I think the Michael Schumacher World Champion Tower is just a continuation of my life in Formula One just walk into different areas, but it is very interesting and compelling. If you see what we build and what my name, will be amazing to come three times a year to see this tower. "
Well, the old Schumi did not show much on this side, but Michael Schumach er
today is another matter. Sure, his jovial side relaxed and was always there, drivers like Rubens Barrichello will say that Michael is "very fun to come to my room," but his systematic race for perfection in sport caused such intense concentration that the world was watching. now seems likely to be himself. It was this arrogance Nerve critics who accused him. The 2008 version was friendly, funny, even ... lovely. There is a comedian who gives bear hugs and shoulder pats passing strangers but there is a warmth and calm are not lost in the post-Michael Schumacher F1 and it's very hard not to like.
met Schumacher F1 Racing in Dubai where he was to officially launch "The Michael Schumacher World Champion Tower" - a luxury skyscraper in the super-rich may live in exclusive comfort. Offers his right hand to offer the type of greeting you'd expect.
Even shaking hands is a bit surreal. It's the same hand that was at the wheel during those seven championships. The same hand that guided all those amazing passing maneuvers. It even helped to load each one of the controversial kicks will make it a pantomime villain in Britain. But if the greeting was a key to Schumacher's current physical state, it is immediately obvious that remained disgustingly fit.
not lose the brightness necessary to win multiple championships in F1 of the overnight, and this is not a guy who Sherpa been coming to the races as many exfutbolistas overweight. When you are the most exhibitors to walk on the soil of the area you chose, some standards will never leave you.
is an impeccable white shirt with loose buttons to reveal a crucifix a little rocker, Michael Schumacher is accommodated in a brown leather chair and begins to show the friendly side has always had.
So how was your life since retirement from Formula One?
has been very interesting and I'll be very honest, yes indeed there were some possibilities to return to the tracks, but I think there never was a real moment where there doubted that the decision to leave was correct. And now I love my freedom. I am currently very involved with both Ferrari racing cars as well as city dwellers run a lot on a motorcycle. Tell us
motorcycles. How rare it is you go from someone who dominated the runways, to be a competitor in the competition? I love the feeling of riding a bike. I am a beginner, and that means I pay close attention to what's behind me, not in front! But it makes me happy. It's a good sport that gives me a good dose of competition, but never I will be competitive enough to win championships. Well no big ...
How are the other runners? Acribillarte Y'all want to be Michael Schumacher?
Ha ha ha! I think not. Good running bike is different ... you will not tire and rim, but person to person, and everyone knows that if you fall it hurts. So people against whom run is certainly very hard but they are with everyone.
What do you miss most about Formula One? Especially
see my friends. I played soccer, went to parties and I had bad times with many of them. Incredible experiences we shared, so each time I see them is great. But I'm not all races so sometimes I do not see in a while.
often you look at the pitwall during races. How do you
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temple to be there and not behind the wheel? is very interesting, because I know exactly what the situation where kids are and what they do. It's amazing to be on the other side, especially with the knowledge I have. Sometimes in racing, if there was a strategic error on another computer or something, you sit and think "how did not see it?" "Why would not use that information?" But sitting on the pitwall understand the difficulty. All one knows at the car depends pitwall, so it's a difficult job. While running
said that records do not matter. Does it matter now that you withdrew?
I must say I like to remember. I always said I do not care and it was true, but I'm very proud.
What trophy value most?
The Bernie gave me. Do not know how much has been in Formula One but the original trophy is passed from one winner to another. After winning my second title with Ferrari said to Bernie, "Well ... when my third championship win me stay." He just said, "Well, do not worry." So I have the original trophy at home.
Did you ever imagine that the Ferrari empire would grow so much?
do not think anybody could figure out what we accomplished. (Pause) My heart is still at Ferrari and always cross my fingers to win.
The change in tone of voice Schumacher says it all. Ferrari is an issue that is still of great importance to him, and the ties that succeeded there while redefining what you could achieve a modern F1 driver remain strong. Yet not only is tied so sentimental. His repeated advice to both city dwellers such as car races are not only busy, but maintains that closeness with the world in which fluttered.
A changed world from which he retired in late 2006. The famous Ferrari outfit he wore only five minutes before the arrival of Lewis Hamilton as the new star of Formula One A new breed of riders began to emerge, with Robert Kubica and Sebastian Vettel leading the pack.
Fernando Alonso, the man who failed to beat Michael Schumacher in his last season
ma, found her own nemesis and finished in less competitive Renault team that year. And Ferrari? With its unexpected success in 2007 after the retirement of Schumacher, Jean Todt and Ross Brawn has been a year a little rougher. Gone are the days when they claimed the title pilots since July as the good days of 2002. Instead came the strangely explosive engine and automatic light annoying gadget in the pit lane. Above all, he fought a brilliant battle for the championship between Hamilton and close friend of Schumacher, Felipe Massa, with Kimi Raikkonen strange way to somewhere out of step.
Schumacher Ferrari focuses on the topic. And not laughing. Seeing those who want in distress is not a laughing matter.
has been a difficult season for Ferrari, do not you think?
know, the final day's racing. You have your highs and your low but ultimately fight for the championship Ferrari since 1999 and I think that it is a great achievement. Considering that it is not Ross Brawn, Jean Todt is not full time and I also went ... are very important changes and Ferrari still fight for the championship. That shows the team that formed over the years.
"What surprised you drivers for the 2008 season? Well ... I think that should be mentioned to Felipe Massa. I was not surprised, but he has shown what can do and what I always knew I had. I guess many people it takes longer to see their true abilities.
How do you think is going to Ross Brawn at Honda?
is the right person such projects, but it is a difficult one. Very difficult. If he succeeds, perhaps no one succeeds.
What do you think of Sebastian Vettel, is he following you?
I must say that is interesting and very satisfying to see their development. I've known him since I was a child and a joy to watch. I do not think that is good compared with me ... always be Sebastian Sebastian. Perhaps more than me, maybe not.
What about the pressure of knowing you have your country behind you?
never really thought about it. I was just glad that people interested in me! I think I was not sorry for my career because I kept very focused.
Would you have liked to race against Lewis Hamilton?
Well, I ran alongside a very good rate: Senna, Mansell, Prost ... all big names. Lewis is a great driver but is still new to this. Although, of course, would have been very interesting to see what happened if Lewis had come to F1 at the same time as me. Maneuvers would have been very interesting ...
What do you think the new circuits that were appended to 2008, Singapore and Valencia?
do not know, I have not run into them.
As a viewer ...?
(Pause) One was very exciting, the other a bit more boring.
This new Formula One season will several new regulations. What about them?
Mmm ... good question. When you see the ideas behind them, I think it's a step in right direction. You can question you if certain things are necessary or not, such as KERS, but I think it will only know in the future. By reducing aerodynamic grip and increase should improve the show.
The battle between Lewis and Felipe was brilliant last season. How do you
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temple being in the middle of the fight for the championship? is very ... intense. Every minute of your life revolves around it, both in your professional life, private. Felipe and Lewis thought at the time: "What's next, I should do, what will happen? ". Seriously, were permanently concentrated, at least until the end of the season could not think of anything else. Nothing.
what way you describe your relationship with Bernie?
I do not really have a relationship with him ... or at least one that can be categorized as friendship. But occasionally we see at the races. Rather say that it is very casual. The only good thing is you can always laugh with Bernie ... being honest is a pretty nice.
rewrote the record books as to what a man can achieve in Formula One again Will there be a seven-time champion?
You know something? Records are made to be broken, I q someone sooner or later and it will.
This last answer is given in stride and is quite striking. Michael Schumacher, the man recognized as one of the most competitive drivers in Formula One stop does not seem interested in preserving their record. This is another surprise, but it seems that Michael's love for baseball that left so much that I would be happy if someone could make eight titles in F1. He's very satisfied with their achievements and happy life he led.
not now be a loaf of bread, you know? But fear not, fans of Schumacher, the competitive brand is still there equally alive. If you bring up Ferrari's Felipe Massa and Sebastian Vettel will be like any other fan of F1 ... support your team and driver, agitated and animated, showing their fists when they win and lowering them when they lose.
Running on bikes is a natural step that was most of his life trying to beat people on the racetrack. The only difference is that it does not take away everything else.
fr It says
the stars ecuencia professionals do not know what to do upon retirement. After a surreal life in hotel rooms without personality dreaming of her great reputation on all normal ... can leave them vulnerable. Michael Schumacher no. Family man, an advisor to Ferrari, motorcycle racer and now an ambitious businessman. The best driver of his generation could not be happier now. And you know what? In fact it shows, and much.
Schumacher, the businessman.
What am I supposed to do when you win seven world championships in F1 and the person you become more successful in competing for your sport? So ... you build a luxury high-rise.
in 2 years - ven sec schedule - you can buy a swanky apartment in the Michael Schumacher World Champion Tower in Abu Dhabi. Be built by PNYG, responsible for the water cube at the Olympics in Beijing, and is the first of seven skyscrapers around the world will commemorate the seven F1 world championships by Michael.
Like on the track, do not do things by halves: you can park your yacht in the outside (be the first skyscraper in the world spring), the underground car park is an aquarium and there are tennis courts and a driving range 115 meters tall.
So, how does it feel to be Michael Schumacher, a businessman these days? "To be honest, not very different from the past", says Schumi. "I had business partners in my past life now I have only to new business partners on stage. I think the Michael Schumacher World Champion Tower is just a continuation of my life in Formula One just walk into different areas, but it is very interesting and compelling. If you see what we build and what my name, will be amazing to come three times a year to see this tower. "
Source: F1Racing.
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