Francorchamps will celebrate Schumacher’s 20-year career

Michael Schumacher will celebrate his 20-year career at the upcoming Belgian Grand Prix, which will take place on the last weekend of August. It was indeed on the Ardennes rollercoaster that the German driver made his F1 debut at the wheel of a modest Jordan 191. This first outing was already an opportunity to get noticed as he secured a very impressive seventh position on the starting grid before having to retire prematurely the next day due to mechanical issues.

The seven-time world champion will be honored during the 12th round of the championship. A trophy will be presented to the Mercedes GP driver by Etienne Davignon, CEO of Spa Grand Prix, while Belgian cycling champion Eddy Merckx will present him with a bicycle.

After an interview conducted by Bob Constantduros, the official F1 commentator on the circuits, Michael Schumacher will lead the drivers’ parade driving a 1957 Mercedes 300 SL convertible. This lap around the circuit will be an opportunity for the German driver to address his fans, who are always numerous around the Spa circuit.

Fans who will also be able to purchase the new cap that the world champion will wear to celebrate the event. It will be a black cap adorned with golden laurels on the visor. « Michael did not want to reference any of his three teams: Benetton, Ferrari, and Mercedes but rather do something that represents him as a driver, » explains a spokesperson for the German team.