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<p><b>New page</b></p><div>'''Michael Schumacher''' is a German former racing driver who is regarded as one of the greatest Formula One drivers of all time. He won seven World Championships and holds many of the sport's records.<br />
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== Early Life ==<br />
Schumacher was born in 1969 in Hürth, West Germany. His father built a kart track and encouraged his son's interest in racing.<br />
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He won the German karting championship and progressed to Formula Three. He was signed by the Jordan team and made his Formula One debut in 1991.<br />
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He was immediately signed by Benetton, where he won his first races. He won his first World Championship with Benetton in 1994.<br />
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== The Benetton and Ferrari Years ==<br />
Schumacher won the World Championship with Benetton in 1994 and 1995. He then joined Ferrari in 1996.<br />
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He won five consecutive World Championships with Ferrari from 2000 to 2004. The period was one of the most dominant in the history of the sport.<br />
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He was known for his speed, his consistency, and his ability to drive in all conditions. He was also known for his controversial tactics.<br />
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== The Records ==<br />
Schumacher holds the record for the most World Championship titles, with seven. He held the record for the most race wins and the most pole positions.<br />
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He won ninety-one races in his career. He was the most successful driver in the history of the sport.<br />
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He was also the highest-paid athlete in the world during his career. He was a global figure and a major celebrity.<br />
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== The Retirement and the Accident ==<br />
Schumacher retired from Formula One in 2006. He returned to the sport with Mercedes in 2010 and retired again in 2012.<br />
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In 2013 he suffered a severe head injury in a skiing accident. He has been recovering since then, and his condition has been kept private.<br />
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The accident drew attention to the use of helmets and to the risks of skiing. His family has asked for privacy and has thanked the fans for their support.<br />
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== The Legacy ==<br />
Schumacher is regarded as one of the greatest racing drivers of all time. His records and his achievements are remarkable.<br />
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He transformed the sport of Formula One and the expectations of a driver. He was one of the most recognisable athletes in the world.<br />
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He is remembered for his talent and for his competitiveness. His son Mick has also become a racing driver.<br />
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== The Early Career ==<br />
Schumacher won the German karting championship and progressed to Formula Three. He was signed by the Jordan team and made his Formula One debut in 1991.<br />
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He was immediately signed by Benetton, where he won his first races. He won his first World Championship with Benetton in 1994.<br />
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The championship was decided by a controversial collision with Damon Hill. Schumacher won a second title with Benetton in 1995.<br />
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== The Ferrari Years ==<br />
Schumacher joined Ferrari in 1996 and helped to rebuild the team. He won five consecutive World Championships from 2000 to 2004.<br />
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The period was one of the most dominant in the history of the sport. He was the central figure of the Ferrari revival.<br />
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He worked closely with the team principal Jean Todt and with the designer Ross Brawn. The team was one of the most successful in the history of the sport.<br />
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== The Records ==<br />
Schumacher holds the record for the most World Championship titles, with seven. He held the record for the most race wins and the most pole positions.<br />
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He won ninety-one races in his career. He was the most successful driver in the history of the sport.<br />
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He was also the highest-paid athlete in the world during his career. He was a global figure and a major celebrity.<br />
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== The Retirement and the Accident ==<br />
Schumacher retired from Formula One in 2006. He returned to the sport with Mercedes in 2010 and retired again in 2012.<br />
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In 2013 he suffered a severe head injury in a skiing accident. He has been recovering since then, and his condition has been kept private.<br />
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The accident drew attention to the use of helmets and to the risks of skiing. His family has asked for privacy and has thanked the fans for their support.<br />
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== The Charity ==<br />
Schumacher has been involved in charitable work throughout his career. He has supported the campaign for road safety and for the protection of children.<br />
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He has donated to the victims of the tsunami and to other causes. He was appointed a UNESCO ambassador for sport.<br />
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The Keep Fighting Foundation supports a range of causes. The foundation continues the work that he began.<br />
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He is remembered as one of the greatest drivers of all time. His records and his achievements are remarkable.<br />
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== The Records in Detail ==<br />
Schumacher won seven World Championship titles. He won ninety-one races and took sixty-eight pole positions.<br />
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He won five consecutive titles with Ferrari from 2000 to 2004. He also won two titles with Benetton.<br />
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He holds the record for the most fastest laps in a career. His statistics remained unmatched for many years.<br />
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== See also ==<br />
* Formula One<br />
* Ferrari<br />
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== References ==<br />
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<ref name="r1">Collings, Timothy. The Piranha Club: Power and Influence in Formula One. London: Virgin Books, 2004.</ref><br />
<ref name="r2">Allen, James. Michael Schumacher: Driven to Extremes. London: Bantam Books, 1999.</ref><br />
<ref name="r3">Hilton, Christopher. Michael Schumacher: The Whole Story. London: Haynes Publishing, 2007.</ref><br />
<ref name="r4">Cooper, Adam. Michael Schumacher: Formula One Legend. London: Carlton Books, 2016.</ref><br />
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