In a recent contribution to an upcoming German documentary titled “Being Michael Schumacher,” Lewis Hamilton has paid tribute to the Ferrari legend, describing the seven-time F1 world champion as an exceptional racer. Hamilton, who raced against Schumacher for three years starting in 2010 and later replaced him at Mercedes after the 2012 season, shared his admiration for Schumacher’s racing prowess. The documentary, set to air in Germany, reflects on Schumacher’s career nearly a decade after he suffered a severe skiing accident in Meribel, France.
Hamilton particularly highlighted Schumacher’s significant victory at Imola in 1994, a race that took place on the day Ayrton Senna tragically lost his life in a crash. Referring to Schumacher as a “full-out great racer,” Hamilton acknowledged his ability to triumph even amidst challenging circumstances.
The documentary also features insights from two-time world champion Fernando Alonso, who recognized Schumacher’s transformative impact on Formula 1. Alonso, who secured his world titles at Renault in 2005 and 2006 during Schumacher’s final years at Ferrari, praised the German for changing the approach to racing, physical preparation, determination, and work ethic within the sport.
With both Hamilton and Schumacher holding the record for seven Formula 1 world championships each, the documentary offers a poignant reflection on Schumacher’s enduring influence on the sport and the profound respect he commands from his peers.
