The health battle of Formula One legend Michael Schumacher has had a significant impact on his brother Ralf, according to a close friend of the racing superstar.
Impact of the Ski Crash
Former Formula One driver Johnny Herbert has revealed that the younger brother of Michael Schumacher has gone through a profound change since the tragic skiing accident that befell the seven-time world champion in 2013.
A Shocking Accident
The 2013 ski crash that put Michael Schumacher in a medically-induced coma sent shockwaves through the world of motorsports, leaving the racing community stunned.
Maintaining Privacy
Since the accident, the family has maintained strict privacy regarding Michael's health condition, and not much is known about his current state.
The Impact on Ralf Schumacher
Johnny Herbert, who used to be the teammate of Michael Schumacher and now works for Sky Sports, spoke about how the condition of the racing legend has affected his younger brother Ralf. According to Herbert, Ralf has had to take on many responsibilities for the family, which has led to his significant personal growth. He has become a different person from his days as a driver and has matured as a result of coping with the ongoing situation involving his brother.
"A Case Without Hope"
Herbert criticized a comment made by journalist Roger Benoit, who referred to Schumacher as a "case without hope." Herbert described the remark as "horrible" and expressed his sadness over the lack of positive news about Schumacher's condition. He emphasized that the Schumacher that everyone remembers still seems out of reach and expressed sympathy for his ongoing struggle.
A Controversial Statement
The former F1 driver also disagreed with Benoit's suggestion that Schumacher should be stripped of his controversial F1 title.
A Potentially Great Pundit
Herbert spoke about Schumacher's personality and said that he would have made an excellent pundit. He mentioned that Schumacher had a direct and outspoken nature, always ready to confront someone if they had done something wrong on the track. Herbert reminisced about a confrontation between Schumacher and David Coulthard at Spa and expressed his belief that Schumacher would have excelled in a punditry role.
The Current Situation
Since the accident in the French Alps in 2013, Michael Schumacher has not been seen or heard in public. He has been undergoing rehabilitation at his lakeside mansion in Lausanne, Switzerland. Even close friends and family are said to be in the dark about his condition.
A Rare Update
In 2021, during the release of his Netflix documentary, Schumacher's wife, Corinna, shared a rare update. She revealed that while he may be different now, he is still here.
