MICHAEL SCHUMACHER could be set for a shock return to Formula One with Ferrari.

The seven-time world champion has thrown his name into the hat to stand in for injured driver Felipe Massa.

Brazilian Massa is in a stable but serious condition in hospital after being hit on the helmet by a spring during qualifying for the Hungarian Grand Prix.

His F1 career is in doubt and Ferrari need a short-term replacement until a decision is made on Massa's future.

Schumacher's spokeswoman Sabine Kehm said: "The whole thing will be considered by Ferrari.

"If they approach Michael, then he will consider it.

"But there is no reason for him to step into their discussion."

Schumacher had ruled out a permanent return to the sport at the German Grand Prix three weeks ago.

And Kehm added: "Usually, I would say he's not interested because he's fine with his life and he doesn't miss anything.

"But now the situation is so different — it's very hypothetical."

There are doubts about whether Schumacher could handle the stresses and strains of being back in an F1 car after being involved in a crash earlier this year.

Kehm confirmed: "Michael had a motorcycle accident in February when he had a neck problem.

"I really can't tell you if his neck would be fine to drive an F1 race.

"If Ferrari asked him whether he would consider driving, he would have it checked. However, you have to remember he is a 40-year-old man."

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I just heard this on skysports news, I doubt he would be as dominant as he once was but it would still be nice to see him back. WARRRR HAMILTON!! :D it was good to see Lewis win on Sunday.

I think the Ferrari test driver Marc Gene will take over till Massa is back hopefully next year.

Crazy ****!

Looks like i was wrong.

As if to underline that nothing is ever predictable in Formula One, Ferrari announced Wednesday evening that Michael Schumacher is to stand in for the injured Felipe Massa at the forthcoming Grand Prix in Valencia and beyond.

With Massa out of action due to the injuries sustained in qualification for the Hungarian Grand Prix and making a strong recovery, the rumour mill had been rife with speculation as to who would take over the F60 ****pit alongside Kimi Raikkonen as the Brazilian recuperates.

Indeed, no less than 13 drivers had been linked with the drive amongst reports that the 40-year old seven-time champion was not interested in resurrecting his career with the Italian champions.

"We have said before that it is possible that Michael Schumacher could return to help us out," head of communications Luca Colajanni said ahead of the official announcement.

Schumacher last competed in the sport in 2006 where he finished second to Fernando Alonso in the standings, having secured no less than seven victories to add to his tally of 91 wins.


"Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro intends to put Michael Schumacher in Felipe Massa's car until the Brazilian driver will be able to race again," the team stated.

"Michael Schumacher said he is ready and over the next few days will undertake a specific training programme at the end of which confirmation will be given of his participation in the championship with effect from the European Grand Prix on the 23rd of August."

A controversial figure despite his massive success in Formula One, Schumacher will be the centre of attention later this month as the series regroups following the summer break.

Mental!!!!!!

He'll be ****, like he was in 2005 without the dominant car

He's the stig you know
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He's the stig you know
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He's the stig you know
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LOL, he isn't.

GreatJoe got banned?

:?!:


Anyway, Shumacher is going to fail.

GreatJoe got banned?

:?!:


Anyway, Shumacher is going to fail.

If he's half as good as he was he will still be better than Jenson Button.

The cars do the work in F1, Jenson was **** until he got a Braun, now look at him.

The cars do the work in F1, Jenson was **** until he got a Braun, now look at him.

Yep, the cars play the biggest part, but a good driver will drag a **** car up the grid. Just look at Renault, Alonso is competing for points while Piquet is always near the back of the grid.

Fernando Alonso deserves another big break after that puff messed things up for him at McLaren. They should sign him up if they don't have a transfer windonw in F1!