Piero Ferrari, son of Enzo, founder of the Italian team of the same name, addressed Michael Schumacher’s case. Speaking on the sidelines of the “Mecenate Dello Sport 2021” awards ceremony, which is awarded to those who promote the sport in that country, Piero recalled the good times he spent with the German off the track, recalling his “simplicity”.

“We used to invite him to our house and quietly had a glass of wine together. He was a simple, clear, precise and very linear person. I don’t like talking about Schumacher as if he was dead. He’s not. He’s dead, he’s just dead. I can’t communicate,” he said, seizing the opportunity. To leave a few words for the German son Mick.

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“The road is open in a team that has our support. I hope in 2022 he will have a car in which he can show his skills.”

When asked about Ferrari’s current line-up, which consists of Charles Leclerc and Carlos Sainz, Piero said it was a “fantastic team”. “Sainz is a strong and fast racer, as he showed recently at the Russian Grand Prix [3.º lugar]. Leclerc is different, he is an intelligent boy, blessed with incredible talent and a high level of focus. With the right car there will be a lot of joy.”