Schumacher to be honoured at Goodwood Festival of Speed

Sabine Kehm has revealed the excitement around Michael Schumacher’s career being celebrated at the Goodwood Festival of Speed in July and believes the theme is perfect for the celebration of the seven-time World Champion.

Schumacher won his final world title in 2004, his fifth with Ferrari after winning two with Benetton in the mid-90s. The German returned to the sport in 2010 with Mercedes before retiring again in 2012 but was injured in a tragic skiing accident in 2013 and little is known about his condition.

Schumacher is celebrating his 50th birthday in 2019 as well as the 25th anniversary of his first Formula 1 title. In a statement Kehm said: “We are delighted that the Goodwood Festival of Speed has chosen to celebrate Michael’s career, in the year of his 50th birthday, and on the 25th anniversary of his first World Championship.

“It is especially fitting this year, as the event’s ‘Record Breakers’ theme perfectly encapsulates his incredible achievements, including records, many of which may never be broken.

“We hope the public enjoy the opportunity to see an assortment of his winning cars, and the many friends, rivals and team members, who are coming to Goodwood to support the occasion.”