Saturday, September 23, 2006

Michael Schumacher - His Last Win In Monza, His Retirement


Current Drivers' Standing : 106 points.










PROFILE

Name : Michael Schumacher


Team : Ferrari (1996 - 2006) , Benetton (1991-1995)

Date of Birth : January 3, 1969

Nationality : German

Status : Married

Wife : Corinna Schumacher

Children : Gina Maria ( February,1997), Mick ( March,1999)

Place Of Residence : Vufflens-le-Château, Switzerland

Hobbies : Karting, Cycling, Skiing, Soccer, Tennis, Rock-Climbing.

Favourite Food : Pasta, "Kaiserschmarrn" (Scrambled Pancakes with Raisins)

Favourite Drink : Apple-juice with Soda

Favourite Music : Rock, Dance.

For many people, Michael has been the best driver in Formula 1 since 1994. Described as ambitious, self-disciplined and totally committed to success, and is respected by friends and rivals alike.

STATISTICS


World Championship wins - 7
World champion - 1994,1995,2000,2001,2002,2003,2004
Number of GP - 244
Victories - 89
Podiums - 151
In the points - 186
Pole positions - 68
Fastest laps - 74
Career points - 1338.0
Career points with curent rule - 1338.0


In what he called as "his last win in Monza, this Formula One legend announced his retirement from Formula One racing.

Michael in Monza


"It's been a very special day" said Michael in Monza.

His last race would be on October 22, in the season-ending Brazilian Grand Prix.

Michael will leave the sport with every major record in Formula One.
His seven titles are two more than Juan Manuel Fangio's five.

Kimi Raikonnen will join Ferrari from next season with Felipe Massa.

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