Michael Schumacher’s wife shares rare comments on stricken F1 star’s health
Michael Schumacher’s wife Corrina has made rare comments about her husband’s health in a letter that has recently emerged.
In the note that has surfaced nearly five years since Michael’s skiing accident, Corinna, 49, described her husband as a “fighter”.
In 2013, the Formula One Champion suffered a traumatic brain injury after crashing on a ski slope during a holiday.
Michael’s family have disclosed little information about his condition since the tragedy, leaving his fans clueless about his health.
However, a German musician has shared a letter Corinna wrote to him with German magazine Bunte last week.
Hamburg bandleader Sascha Herchenbach received the note after sending a recording of a new song named ‘Born To Fight’ to the Schumacher family.
In the emotional letter, Corrina wrote: “I would like to sincerely thank you for your message and nice gift that will help us through this difficult time.
“It is good to receive so many kind wishes and other well-intentioned words – which is a great support for our family.
“We all know Michael is a fighter and will not give up.”
Herchenbach composed the track on 29 December 2014, but the date of Corrina’s letter has not been revealed.
The musician told the magazine that he was shocked to receive a reply from the family.
“I had not expected to get an answer and was overwhelmed,” he said.
“The letter was handwritten and signed by Corinna on her stationery.
“She wrote that she was very thankful for the gift and helped her and her family over this difficult time.”
It is believed the German is recovering in his home near Lake Geneva in Switzerland.
The touching letter follows recent comments made by Schumacher’s manager to support a charity commemorative poster celebrating the racer.
The poster depicts Michael driving to victory on his way to his first title with Ferrari.
Speaking on behalf of the Schumacher family, Sabine Kehm said: “We are delighted to be partnering with ZOOM to raise money for the Keep Fighting Foundation.
“This is a stunning way to celebrate Michael’s iconic career and by the way a very beautiful poster.”