A renowned Formula One journalist has provided a terrible new update on Michael Schumacher's health, more than 11 years after the iconic driver's tragic skiing accident in France.
The seven-time world champion Ferrari driver was engaged in a devastating accident on the slopes of the Meribel Resort in the French Alps in December of 2013. Schumacher was skiing with his then-14-year-old son Mick as they descended the Combe de Saulire beneath the Dent de Burgin, above Meribel Resort. The expert skier tried to cross an insecure off-piste region between Piste Chamois and Piste Mauduit, but fell and banged his head on a rock. Despite wearing a ski helmet, the then-45-year-old sustained severe injuries that kept him in a coma until June 2014.
The F1 legend left Lausanne University Hospital before being sent to his house to undertake additional medical treatment and rehabilitation privately in September 2014.
Understandably, Schumacher's family has remained tight-lipped about his health status, making very few public statements and only allowing a restricted group of individuals to see him. One of these is his former Ferrari boss, Jean Todt.
However, Felix Gorner, a journalist with German media organization RTL who has a special relationship with the Schumachers, has issued a heartfelt message in response to the former motorsport world champion's health issues.
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Michael Schumacher Health Update
"The situation is very sad. He [Schumacher] needs constant care and is completely dependent on his caregivers. And he can no longer express himself verbally.
"Currently, there's a maximum of 20 people who can approach Michael. And, in my opinion, it's the right strategy. Because the family is acting in Michael's best interests. They've always strictly protected his privacy, and that hasn't changed."
The F1 legend completed his recovery at Lausanne University Hospital before being sent to his house to undertake additional medical treatment and rehabilitation privately in September 2014.Schumacher resigned from motorsport at the end of the 2006 season, making a lasting impression on the sport. Lewis Hamilton tied the great German's record of 91 Formula One races and seven world titles in 2020. At the time of his retirement, he held the most wins (91), pole positions (68), and podium finishes (155), as well as the record for fastest laps (77).