Michael Schumacher’s health conditions continue to be kept under wraps, but thanks to some journalistic sources, some rumours are leaking out.
How is Michael Schumacher today? Since that fateful December 29, 2013—the day of his skiing accident in Méribel—we haven’t known much about the former German driver’s health.
Michael Schumacher is one of the greatest Formula 1 drivers of all time, holding the record with Lewis Hamilton for most world titles: seven, two with Benetton and then five in a row with Ferrari.
After a career studded with success that propelled him into the Olympus of four-wheeled legends, Schumacher retired from Formula 1 in 2012, but on December 29, 2013, the terrible accident on the snow.
During an off-piste descent in the French Alps, the former driver fell and hit his head on a rock; He was rushed to the Grenoble University Hospital, where he underwent surgery to reduce the cerebral hemorrhage and was then kept in a pharmacologically induced coma.
In June 2014 – six months after the accident – Michael Schumacher emerged from the coma and began rehabilitation at a private clinic in Switzerland, before returning home in September of that same year.
Since then, the family has maintained the utmost secrecy regarding Michael Schumacher’s health conditions, although several rumors have emerged in recent years regarding the seven-time world champion’s current health.
How is Michael Schumacher doing today: his health
The health of Michael Schumacher, more than twelve years after his skiing accident, remains extremely confidential, with his family choosing to maintain the utmost confidentiality, sharing only selected information through trusted sources.
According to the latest available information, Schumacher lives in his residence on Lake Geneva where he receives continuous medical care from a team of specialists. He is completely dependent on his caregivers, is unable to speak, and has very limited mobility.
In recent months, however, small signs have emerged that give hope for some improvement. French journalist Stefan L’Hermitte of L’Équipe stated in a radio interview that the information coming from Schumacher’s family is "good," despite the complex context of his condition. The German champion is reportedly "breathing independently and may have small interactions with family members," even though he can’t speak and is unable to move independently.
A symbolic gesture also recently sparked conversation: the signature on a helmet auctioned for charity by Jackie Stewart’s association. According to rumors, Schumacher may have signed it with the help of his wife Corinna, a small but significant gesture that many interpreted as a "sign of life" from the champion.
L’Hermitte added that the family remains very private but "the news coming in is positive," a sign that would confirm some slight progress. Former driver Johnny Herbert, Schumacher’s teammate from his time at Benetton, also welcomed the news of the signature on the helmet, calling it "a reason to hope."
One of the very few people who regularly sees him is Jean Todt, a longtime friend and former Ferrari team manager, who affectionately stated in an interview with BBC Sport: "Michael is here, but he’s not the same as before." Todt also said that, whenever possible, they still watch Formula 1 races together.
The German press, however, has not always respected the family’s silence. In 2023, the magazine Die Aktuelle published a artificial intelligence-generated fake interview, passing it off as real. The Schumacher family reacted harshly, launching legal action that ultimately resulted in a compensation of approximately €200,000, as reported by Sky Sport.
Despite the lack of official updates, the affection and respect for Michael Schumacher remain unchanged. Corinna and her children, Mick – currently a Mercedes driver and reserve – and Gina – a successful rider – continue to protect him discreetly, guarding his privacy as an act of love.
Meanwhile, fans around the world continue to hope. Every small sign, like his recent signature or the encouraging words of his friends, is welcomed as a faint but precious hope of seeing, at least in part, the smile of the greatest champion of all time.
Original article published on Money.it Italy. Original title: Come sta Michael Schumacher oggi? Le condizioni di salute dell’ex pilota di F1
