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Economic Times
10 hours ago
- Automotive
- Economic Times
Michael Schumacher health update shared by Flavio Briatore after over a decade of uncertainty
Flavio Briatore has offered a rare update on seven-time Formula 1 World Champion Michael Schumacher, whose condition remains largely unknown following his 2013 skiing accident. Briatore, a former Benetton team principal, reflected on their history and shared insights into Schumacher's current situation, emphasizing his ongoing contact with Schumacher's wife, Corinna Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Flavio Briatore shares insight on Michael Schumacher's current condition Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Popular in International 1. Michael Schumacher health update shared by Flavio Briatore after over a decade of uncertainty Michael Schumacher's health remains a closely guarded matter Former Benetton team principal Flavio Briatore has provided a new update regarding Michael Schumacher's condition, more than ten years after the seven-time Formula 1 World Champion sustained a traumatic brain injury in a skiing instrumental in launching Schumacher's Formula 1 career, made the comments in an interview with Corriere della Sera, offering a rare perspective on the legendary driver's private life. 'If I close my eyes, I see him smiling after a victory. I prefer to remember him like that rather than him just lying on a bed. Corinna and I talk often, though,' Briatore read: Canadian GP: George Russell claims first win of F1 season after McLaren's Piastri-Norris collide Schumacher, who made his Formula 1 debut with Jordan in 1991 before quickly moving to Benetton, claimed his first two World Championships with the team in 1994 and 1995. Briatore, then the team's principal, was a key figure in recognizing Schumacher's talent and securing his early success in the German driver later moved to Ferrari, where he achieved five consecutive World Championships from 2000 to 2004. After retiring and briefly returning with Mercedes, Schumacher suffered a life-altering skiing accident in Meribel, France, on December 29, 2013. He has not been seen publicly Schumacher's health has remained a highly private matter since his accident. His family, led by wife Corinna Schumacher, has consistently prioritized confidentiality and shielded him from media updates have been made public in the past decade. One of the most recent involves Schumacher's symbolic gesture, his initials, 'MS,' were inscribed on a helmet worn by Sir Jackie Stewart during a celebratory lap at the Bahrain Grand Prix. The act, reportedly supported by Corinna, was one of the rare acknowledgments of Schumacher's enduring legacy in Formula read: Tensions high as F1 heads to Montreal for 2025 Canadian Grand Prix Despite continued speculation and interest from fans worldwide, no detailed medical updates have been released. Briatore's remarks represent one of the few public statements from those close to Schumacher, offering insight without breaching the family's motorsport world continues to honor Schumacher's achievements, and figures like Briatore underscore the personal bonds that endure beyond the race track.
The Star
12-06-2025
- Automotive
- The Star
Motor racing-Austrian association urges FIA members to reject statute changes
Formula One F1 - Bahrain Grand Prix - Bahrain International Circuit, Sakhir, Bahrain - April 13, 2025 FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem with third placed McLaren's Lando Norris after the Bahrain Grand Prix REUTERS/Rula Rouhana/File Photo MONTREAL (Reuters) -The Austrian Automobile Association (OAMTC) has urged FIA members to reject proposed statute changes it fears will damage motorsport's world governing body and limit opposition to the re-election of president Mohammed Ben Sulayem. In an unsigned June 10 letter emailed to the mobility section of the FIA's world council, and seen by Reuters, the OAMTC set out its opposition to a vote on the agenda of the FIA General Assembly in Macau on Thursday. "We appeal to all members to support our motion to remove the voting on the proposed FIA statute changes from the General Assembly's agenda," the letter said, suggesting a postponement to a later meeting. "There is no urgency regarding these proposed changes ... they risk further contributing to the erosion of the FIA's reputation for competent and transparent governance. "It cannot be - and is not - a coincidence that changes relevant to the FIA's elections have been promoted by the FIA's leadership at the same time as the FIA's incumbent president has announced an intention to run in those elections. "Where there is even a risk of these changes appearing to benefit the current FIA administration, and not the FIA itself, the changes should not be adopted." An International Automobile Federation spokesperson in London was not immediately aware of the letter but confirmed the vote was scheduled for Thursday. Those attending the gathering in Macau could not be reached immediately for comment. The OAMTC said the eight proposed statute changes raised issues of fairness and consistency, and that they would discourage opposition to Ben Sulayem. Ben Sulayem is standing for re-election in December, with no rival candidate so far coming forward. He told Reuters last month when he confirmed he was standing that he welcomed competition. Ben Sulayem recognised he had enemies but said he was confident he had the support of a majority of FIA members. "I only have to answer to my members. And they are happy. Actually, they are very happy. They are extremely happy," he said. The Emirati has been involved in several controversies since he took over in 2021 and has been at loggerheads with drivers as well as drawing criticism from FIA insiders, while some senior employees have left. Briton Robert Reid, a former close ally who quit as an FIA deputy president in April, wrote in his resignation statement of a "fundamental breakdown in governance standards" at the governing body. Reid and Motorsport UK head David Richards had opposed other statute changes approved by the General Assembly last December that they said limited the powers of audit and ethics committees. (Reporting by Alan Baldwin, editing by Peter Rutherford)
Straits Times
12-06-2025
- Automotive
- Straits Times
Austrian association urges FIA members to reject statute changes
Formula One F1 - Bahrain Grand Prix - Bahrain International Circuit, Sakhir, Bahrain - April 13, 2025 FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem with third placed McLaren's Lando Norris after the Bahrain Grand Prix REUTERS/Rula Rouhana/File Photo MONTREAL - The Austrian Automobile Association (OAMTC) has urged FIA members to reject proposed statute changes it fears will damage motorsport's world governing body and limit opposition to the re-election of president Mohammed Ben Sulayem. In an unsigned June 10 letter emailed to the mobility section of the FIA's world council, and seen by Reuters, the OAMTC set out its opposition to a vote on the agenda of the FIA General Assembly in Macau on Thursday. "We appeal to all members to support our motion to remove the voting on the proposed FIA statute changes from the General Assembly's agenda," the letter said, suggesting a postponement to a later meeting. "There is no urgency regarding these proposed changes ... they risk further contributing to the erosion of the FIA's reputation for competent and transparent governance. "It cannot be - and is not - a coincidence that changes relevant to the FIA's elections have been promoted by the FIA's leadership at the same time as the FIA's incumbent president has announced an intention to run in those elections. "Where there is even a risk of these changes appearing to benefit the current FIA administration, and not the FIA itself, the changes should not be adopted." An International Automobile Federation spokesperson in London was not immediately aware of the letter but confirmed the vote was scheduled for Thursday. Those attending the gathering in Macau could not be reached immediately for comment. The OAMTC said the eight proposed statute changes raised issues of fairness and consistency, and that they would discourage opposition to Ben Sulayem. Ben Sulayem is standing for re-election in December, with no rival candidate so far coming forward. He told Reuters last month when he confirmed he was standing that he welcomed competition. Ben Sulayem recognised he had enemies but said he was confident he had the support of a majority of FIA members. "I only have to answer to my members. And they are happy. Actually, they are very happy. They are extremely happy," he said. The Emirati has been involved in several controversies since he took over in 2021 and has been at loggerheads with drivers as well as drawing criticism from FIA insiders, while some senior employees have left. Briton Robert Reid, a former close ally who quit as an FIA deputy president in April, wrote in his resignation statement of a "fundamental breakdown in governance standards" at the governing body. Reid and Motorsport UK head David Richards had opposed other statute changes approved by the General Assembly last December that they said limited the powers of audit and ethics committees. REUTERS Join ST's Telegram channel and get the latest breaking news delivered to you.
Canada Standard
11-06-2025
- Automotive
- Canada Standard
F1 replaces Imola with Madrid on 2026 calendar
(Photo credit: Peter Casey-Imagn Images) The 24-race Formula 1 slate for 2026 features a grand prix in Madrid replacing Italy's Emilia Romagna GP at Imola. Governing body FIA approved the calendar on Tuesday during a meeting of the World Motor Sport Council. The final race on Imola's current contract was last month, won by four-time reigning world champion Max Verstappen. The 2026 race in Madrid, first announced in 2024, is scheduled for Sept. 13. The season opens in Melbourne, Australia, on March 8 and runs through Dec. 6 at Abu Dhabi in the UAE. Three races remain on the U.S. calendar: Miami (May 3), Austin, Texas (Oct. 25) and Las Vegas (Nov. 21). The 2026 F1 event schedule: --March 6-8, Australian Grand Prix, Melbourne --March 13-15, Chinese Grand Prix, Shanghai --March 27-29, Japanese Grand Prix, Suzuka --April 10-12, Bahrain Grand Prix, Sakhir --April 17-19, Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, Jeddah --May 1-3, Miami Grand Prix, Miami Gardens --May 22-24, Canadian Grand Prix, Montreal --June 5-7, Monaco Grand Prix, Monaco --June 12-14, Spanish Grand Prix, Barcelona --June 26-28, Austrian Grand Prix, Spielberg --July 3-5, British Grand Prix, Silverstone --July 17-19, Belgian Grand Prix, Spa-Francorchamps --July 24-26, Hungarian Grand Prix, Budapest --Aug. 21-23, Dutch Grand Prix, Zandvoort --Sept. 4-6, Italian Grand Prix, Monza --Sept. 11-13, Madrid Grand Prix, Madrid --Sept. 25-27, Azerbaijan Grand Prix, Baku --Oct. 9-11, Singapore Grand Prix, Singapore --Oct. 23-25, U.S. Grand Prix, Austin --Oct. 30-Nov. 1, Mexico Grand Prix, Mexico City --Nov. 6-8, Brazilian Grand Prix, Sao Paulo --Nov. 19-21, Las Vegas Grand Prix, Las Vegas --Nov. 27-29, Qatar Grand Prix, Lusail --Dec. 4-6, Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, Yas Marina --Field Level Media
Dubai Eye
10-06-2025
- Automotive
- Dubai Eye
F1 replaces Imola with Madrid on 2026 calendar
The 24-race Formula 1 slate for 2026 features a grand prix in Madrid replacing Italy's Emilia Romagna GP at Imola. Governing body FIA approved the calendar on Tuesday during a meeting of the World Motor Sport Council. The final race on Imola's current contract was last month, won by four-time reigning world champion Max Verstappen. The 2026 race in Madrid, first announced in 2024, is scheduled for September 13. The season opens in Melbourne, Australia, on March 8 and runs through December 6 at Abu Dhabi in the UAE. Three races remain on the US calendar: Miami (May 3), Austin - Texas (Oct. 25) and Las Vegas (November 21). The 2026 F1 event schedule: March 6-8, Australian Grand Prix, Melbourne March 13-15, Chinese Grand Prix, Shanghai March 27-29, Japanese Grand Prix, Suzuka April 10-12, Bahrain Grand Prix, Sakhir April 17-19, Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, Jeddah May 1-3, Miami Grand Prix, Miami Gardens May 22-24, Canadian Grand Prix, Montreal June 5-7, Monaco Grand Prix, Monaco June 12-14, Spanish Grand Prix, Barcelona June 26-28, Austrian Grand Prix, Spielberg July 3-5, British Grand Prix, Silverstone July 17-19, Belgian Grand Prix, Spa-Francorchamps July 24-26, Hungarian Grand Prix, Budapest Aug. 21-23, Dutch Grand Prix, Zandvoort Sept. 4-6, Italian Grand Prix, Monza Sept. 11-13, Madrid Grand Prix, Madrid Sept. 25-27, Azerbaijan Grand Prix, Baku Oct. 9-11, Singapore Grand Prix, Singapore Oct. 23-25, U.S. Grand Prix, Austin Oct. 30-Nov. 1, Mexico Grand Prix, Mexico City Nov. 6-8, Brazilian Grand Prix, Sao Paulo Nov. 19-21, Las Vegas Grand Prix, Las Vegas Nov. 27-29, Qatar Grand Prix, Lusail Dec. 4-6, Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, Yas Marina Save the date 🔒 Presenting the 2026 Calendar 🗓️ 24 races across the world to crown our champion 🏆 #F1 #Formula1 — Formula 1 (@F1) June 10, 2025
