Former Ferrari boss Luca Cordero di Montezemolo has opened up about his relationship with Formula One legend Michael Schumacher, revealing that the two still maintain a strong bond despite Schumacher's retirement from the sport. In a recent interview, di Montezemolo shared that he still visits Schumacher on a regular basis, and that their friendship extends far beyond their time working together at Ferrari.
Di Montezemolo's comments have provided a rare glimpse into Schumacher's private life, which has been largely kept out of the public eye since his tragic skiing accident in 2013. The Formula One legend suffered a severe head injury in the accident, and has been undergoing rehabilitation ever since. Despite his progress, Schumacher's health issues have kept him largely out of the public eye, with his family maintaining a tight lid on any information about his condition.
However, di Montezemolo's revelation has provided a sense of hope and optimism for Schumacher's fans, who have been eagerly awaiting any update on the legendary driver's health. The fact that di Montezemolo is still able to visit Schumacher and maintain a strong relationship with him and his family is a testament to the bond that they formed during their time working together at Ferrari.
Di Montezemolo and Schumacher's relationship dates back to the 1990s, when Schumacher first joined Ferrari as a driver. At the time, di Montezemolo was the team principal, and he played a key role in convincing Schumacher to join the team. Over the years, the two formed a strong partnership, both on and off the track, with Schumacher going on to win five consecutive World Drivers' Championships with Ferrari between 2000 and 2004.
Despite Schumacher's retirement from Formula One in 2006, di Montezemolo and he remained close friends. Di Montezemolo has often spoken about the high regard in which he holds Schumacher, both as a driver and as a person. In his recent interview, di Montezemolo spoke about the affection that he still has for Schumacher and his family, and the bond that they share goes beyond their past working relationship.
The news of di Montezemolo's regular visits with Schumacher has been met with widespread interest and enthusiasm from Formula One fans around the world. For many, it is a reminder of the special bond that exists between Schumacher and the Ferrari team, and the role that di Montezemolo played in bringing Schumacher to the team. As fans continue to hope for Schumacher's full recovery, di Montezemolo's comments have provided a sense of hope and optimism, and a reminder of the enduring power of friendship and camaraderie.