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'Schumacher', one of the most awaited sports documentaries on Michael Schumacher finally released, giving a rare insight into the illustrious career and private life of legendary Formula 1 racer, but it might disappoint some of the fans.

'Schumacher', one of the most awaited sports documentaries on Michael Schumacher finally released, giving a rare insight into the illustrious career and private life of legendary Formula 1 racer, but it might disappoint some of the fans. While 'Schumacher' is good, it leaves fans wanting for more as some were expecting to know the current health status of F1 legend, who has not been seen in public since the tragic skiing accident in 2013. Schumacher made his F1 debut at the Belgian Grand Prix in 1991 and entered the arena when the tracks were ruled by legends like Ayrton Senna and Alain Prost but just after the first race, the German managed to leave an everlasting impact. After thirty years, the documentary tells the glorious story of Schumacher's rise at Benetton and becoming the seven-time Formula 1 world champion and also details all things that happened in the process, including the famous fights with the rivals and the tragic skiing accident that changed literally.....EVERYTHING. ALSO READ | Explained: What is the 'halo device' that saved Lewis Hamilton's neck at the Italian GP Directed by Hanns-Bruno Kammertöns, Vanessa Nöcker and Michael Wech, the nearly two-hour-long Netflix documentary retraces the life and career of the German driver through archive footage, some never before seen images and videos. Apart from the family members, some icons of racing like ex-Ferrari teammate Eddie Irvine and Sebastian Vettel shared their experiences and thoughts. Off the tracks The family-endorsed documentary has more than plenty to offer to the ardent F1 fans as they got the opportunity to see many facets of Schumacher's multi-layered personality, showcasing him as an adorable family man, a very shy person, a true professional, who worked late with mechanics to fix his car. "Michael always protected us, and now we are protecting Michael," said wife Corinna at the end of the documentary as the family has guarded their personal lives and kept Michael's treatment in private despite his son Mick, who races for Haas in Formula One, being constantly in media because of the races. (Image: Germam Formula One driver Michael Schumacher(L) talking to his wife on 26 March 1998 in the pits of the Interlagos race track in Sao Paulo, Brazil, as he prepares for the 29 March Brazilian F1 Grand Prix. Source: AFP) "He's simply the most lovable person I have ever met. He was really funny, that's what I saw in him," said Corinna, who was perhaps brought a different level of indescribable emotions to the documentary. Corinna spoke as a part of Schumacher's life that remained with him through thick and thin; a partner who celebrated victories on the tracks and now taking care of her husband. "Of course I miss Michael every day," said Corinna. "But it's not just me who misses him. The children, the family, his father, everyone around him. I mean, everybody misses Michael, but Michael is here. Different, but he's here, and that gives us strength," she added. "We're together. We live together at home. We do therapy. We do everything we can to make Michael better and to make sure he's comfortable. And to make him feel our family, our bond. And no matter, I will do everything I can. We all will," she said with tears in her eyes. (Image: Michael Schumacher is congratulated by his girlfriend Corinna after being declared the 1994 Formula One World Champion in Adelaide 13 November. Source: AFP) Some sweet moments of Schumacher with kids was also shown in the documentary as his son Mick called the current situation "unfair", he said, "Since the accident, of course these experiences, these moments, that I believe many people have with their parents, are no longer present, or to a lesser extent. And in my view, that is a little unfair." On a very emotional note, Mick said that he would "give up everything" over the chance of talking about his racing experiences with his dad. Schumacher's father Rolf talked about his son's love for racing since he was a kart racer at a young age and how he used to fish the worn tyres of his opponents out of the bin and fit them to his own kart. Archive footage shows a sweet clip of him celebrating a win with champagne on a very modest podium, which perfectly portrays what winning meant to him. On the tracks The documentary, which is an absolute tear jerker, is based on the old videos of the races, however, the narration and background stories that have been told is enlivening, relieving the rawness of some bittersweet moments, showing the actual Schumacher, who was shy and sometimes struggled with the fame. The documentary also shed light upon Schumacher's relationship with then-rival Senna, including the famous confrontation that had happened between both the racers on the grid at the 1992 French Grand Prix, when Senna had been taken out by the young German racer in the opening lap. The confrontation was captured on cameras and the documentary shows in a way that 'angry' Senna might have sensed that a new champ has arrived. (Image: German driver Michael Schumacher (R) and Brazilian driver Ayrton Senna wait at the track side after losing control of their cars in the Continental curve during the last qualifying practice of the South Africa Formula One Grand Prix on March 13, 1993 in Kyalami. Source: AFP) Apart from the races, the movie also tells the impact of Senna's death on Schumacher, who was told by Benetton boss Flavio Briatore that Senna's condition did not look good as he was in a coma. In many television interviews, Schumacher was seen breaking down over Senna's unfortunate death. The inclusion of the various controversies makes 'Schumacher' a balanced documentary such as the confrontation with Damon Hill at Adelaide 1994, with Jacques Villeneuve at Jerez in 1997, racer Mika Häkkinen also spoke about the accident at Spa. One of the most famous crash incidents related to David Coulthard at the 1998 Belgian Grand Prix was also included. Watch the trailer here: × The movie shows Schumacher's competitiveness and must-win attitude as he becomes visibly unhappy after losing, but the same person was seen as compassionate on many occasions. The documentary is a perfect and well-deserved tribute to Schumacher, who is recovering in private. It is also a painful reminder that in the racing world of Hamiltons and Verstappens, one of the brightest stars is there...but still not there. 'Schumacher' is available on Netflix from 15 September.

'Schumacher' review: An emotional documentary on iconic Formula 1 racer's life leaves fans wanting for more

Russian rookie Nikita Mazepin accused Haas teammate Mick Schumacher of "cheeky" behaviour at the Dutch Grand Prix on Saturday and said the German had shown his true nature by breaking an agreement. 
 
Schumacher, son of Ferrari great and seven-times world champion Michael, suggested the Russian was making a drama out of nothing and he had been cleared to pass Mazepin before his final run. 
 
The spat was another headache for team boss Guenther Steiner, with Haas bottom of the standings and yet to score a point this season. 
 
Schumacher is a protege of engine partner Ferrari while Mazepin`s billionaire businessman father is the team`s title sponsor. 
 
Both drivers were summoned to stewards after qualifying for blocking Aston Martin`s Sebastian Vettel in the first phase, and were eventually cleared of wrongdoing. 
 
Mazepin had already publicly blamed his teammate by then, however. 
 
"He overtook, backed me up, and put me into Seb. I`ll have a word with the team to see why that happened," he told Sky Sports television. 
 
Speaking to reporters later, the Russian felt Schumacher had overturned a team agreement and wrecked his qualifying lap "on purpose". 
 
"I know my place in the team. I`ve got a team boss and I am more than happy to follow the rules because I think it`s very important to be a team. One day the rules will play towards you, one day the rules will play against you," he said. 
 
"What I don`t like with people is when they are cheeky, fighting for P19 (19th place). I think it just shows their true nature and I don`t tolerate that." 
 
Schumacher, speaking separately to reporters, recognised Mazepin was "quite vocal about things in the press." 
 
Steiner said it would not be the last time the drivers disagreed. 
 
"It`s difficult, especially this year with fighting at the back. Your only fight is with your teammate, in our case at the moment. 
 
"So obviously it is a little bit more heated, because the only thing you can win is the team mates` battle."

Russian rookie Nikita Mazepin accused Haas teammate Mick Schumacher of "cheeky" behaviour at the Dutch Grand Prix on Saturday and said the German had shown his true nature by breaking an agreement.

Russian rookie Nikita Mazepin accused Haas teammate Mick Schumacher of "cheeky" behaviour at the Dutch Grand Prix on Saturday and said the German had shown his true nature by breaking an agreement. Schumacher, son of Ferrari great and seven-times world champion Michael, suggested the Russian was making a drama out of nothing and he had been cleared to pass Mazepin before his final run. The spat was another headache for team boss Guenther Steiner, with Haas bottom of the standings and yet to score a point this season. Schumacher is a protege of engine partner Ferrari while Mazepin`s billionaire businessman father is the team`s title sponsor. Both drivers were summoned to stewards after qualifying for blocking Aston Martin`s Sebastian Vettel in the first phase, and were eventually cleared of wrongdoing. Mazepin had already publicly blamed his teammate by then, however. "He overtook, backed me up, and put me into Seb. I`ll have a word with the team to see why that happened," he told Sky Sports television. Speaking to reporters later, the Russian felt Schumacher had overturned a team agreement and wrecked his qualifying lap "on purpose". "I know my place in the team. I`ve got a team boss and I am more than happy to follow the rules because I think it`s very important to be a team. One day the rules will play towards you, one day the rules will play against you," he said. "What I don`t like with people is when they are cheeky, fighting for P19 (19th place). I think it just shows their true nature and I don`t tolerate that." Schumacher, speaking separately to reporters, recognised Mazepin was "quite vocal about things in the press." Steiner said it would not be the last time the drivers disagreed. "It`s difficult, especially this year with fighting at the back. Your only fight is with your teammate, in our case at the moment. "So obviously it is a little bit more heated, because the only thing you can win is the team mates` battle."

Formula One: Angry Mazepin turns on 'cheeky' team mate Schumacher

Mick Schumacher's famous name may have helped him to accelerate through motor racing's lower levels, but it will also add pressure when he makes his Formula One debut on Sunday.&nbsp;

Mick, son of seven-time world champion Michael, will drive for US team Haas in the season-opening Bahrain Grand Prix.

Schumacher, 22, earned his chance by winning the Formula Three European championship in 2018 and the Formula Two title in 2020.

His famous name has helped make it easier for Haas to find funding, but the young German's longer-term career plan seems clear.

Mick is part of the academy at Ferrari, where his father won five of his seven world titles.

Haas and Ferrari each pay half of Mick Schumacher's salary and, if he proves himself, he seems destined to eventually race in the famous red of the Maranello-based company.

"The name Schumacher is a brand, but it is a brand linked to the first name Michael," Herve Bodinier, a sports marketing professional and Formula 1 expert, told AFP.

"Ferrari and the others are not patrons, Mick will have to write his own story."

A thick veil of mystery surrounds the current health of Michael Schumacher.

The 52-year-old has not been seen in public since a skiing accident in the French Alps in 2013, witnessed by Mick, left the Formula One legend with severe brain injuries.

Now, 15 years after his father last raced for Ferrari, Mick will bring one of the most famous names in motorsport back to Formula One.

The hype has been building for weeks.

According to a survey, 35 percent of Sky Germany's subscribers say they will watch more Formula One if Mick Schumacher is at the wheel.

The German broadcaster has based its entire pre-season advertising around the German, who turned 22 last Monday.

<h2>- Family footsteps -</h2>

"His arrival is already a boost for Formula One, his name is attracting a lot of attention, and the whole series is benefiting from it," admitted Stefano Domenicali, the Formula One boss who is close to the Schumacher family.

However, Schumacher has been warned that his surname carries extra pressure.

"It's not easy to be a 'son of'," 2016 world champion Nico Rosberg, who won the Formula One title 34 years after his father Keke Rosberg, told Sport1.

"At the beginning the media attention on him will be even bigger than on (defending champion) Lewis Hamilton."

Since his first laps in karting, the media have always taken an interest in Schumacher.

He came through the ranks of Formula Three and Two shielded by a management team who made it taboo for reporters to ask about his father's health.

"He has forged a shell, he has a good family and has turned his dramatic story into a strength," said Bodinier.

<h2>- "Give him time" -</h2>

Being a Schumacher has helped.

"His name certainly opens doors for him," said Ross Brawn, Formula One's managing director and close friend of the Schumacher family, "but it also puts a lot of pressure on him, without a doubt."

On the down side, the extra attention has the potential to rob Schumacher of the space and time needed to develop at the top level.

"He deserved this promotion. He has reached the level of a Formula One driver by his own strength, not because of his name," said Domenicali.

"Now we have to give him time to grow, to learn... and to follow a normal progression curve."

Mick Schumacher's famous name may have helped him to accelerate through motor racing's lower levels, but it will also add pressure when he makes his Formula One debut on Sunday.

Mick Schumacher's famous name may have helped him to accelerate through motor racing's lower levels, but it will also add pressure when he makes his Formula One debut on Sunday. Mick, son of seven-time world champion Michael, will drive for US team Haas in the season-opening Bahrain Grand Prix. Schumacher, 22, earned his chance by winning the Formula Three European championship in 2018 and the Formula Two title in 2020. His famous name has helped make it easier for Haas to find funding, but the young German's longer-term career plan seems clear. Mick is part of the academy at Ferrari, where his father won five of his seven world titles. Haas and Ferrari each pay half of Mick Schumacher's salary and, if he proves himself, he seems destined to eventually race in the famous red of the Maranello-based company. "The name Schumacher is a brand, but it is a brand linked to the first name Michael," Herve Bodinier, a sports marketing professional and Formula 1 expert, told AFP. "Ferrari and the others are not patrons, Mick will have to write his own story." A thick veil of mystery surrounds the current health of Michael Schumacher. The 52-year-old has not been seen in public since a skiing accident in the French Alps in 2013, witnessed by Mick, left the Formula One legend with severe brain injuries. Now, 15 years after his father last raced for Ferrari, Mick will bring one of the most famous names in motorsport back to Formula One. The hype has been building for weeks. According to a survey, 35 percent of Sky Germany's subscribers say they will watch more Formula One if Mick Schumacher is at the wheel. The German broadcaster has based its entire pre-season advertising around the German, who turned 22 last Monday. - Family footsteps - "His arrival is already a boost for Formula One, his name is attracting a lot of attention, and the whole series is benefiting from it," admitted Stefano Domenicali, the Formula One boss who is close to the Schumacher family. However, Schumacher has been warned that his surname carries extra pressure. "It's not easy to be a 'son of'," 2016 world champion Nico Rosberg, who won the Formula One title 34 years after his father Keke Rosberg, told Sport1. "At the beginning the media attention on him will be even bigger than on (defending champion) Lewis Hamilton." Since his first laps in karting, the media have always taken an interest in Schumacher. He came through the ranks of Formula Three and Two shielded by a management team who made it taboo for reporters to ask about his father's health. "He has forged a shell, he has a good family and has turned his dramatic story into a strength," said Bodinier. - "Give him time" - Being a Schumacher has helped. "His name certainly opens doors for him," said Ross Brawn, Formula One's managing director and close friend of the Schumacher family, "but it also puts a lot of pressure on him, without a doubt." On the down side, the extra attention has the potential to rob Schumacher of the space and time needed to develop at the top level. "He deserved this promotion. He has reached the level of a Formula One driver by his own strength, not because of his name," said Domenicali. "Now we have to give him time to grow, to learn... and to follow a normal progression curve."

Spotlight on Schumacher as famous name returns to Formula One

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