Michael Schumacher: The Edge of Greatness
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Gifted with a rare blend of superior ability and unshakeable nerves, Michael Schumacher is the outstanding Formula One driver of his generation. Over the past 15 seasons he has won an unprecedented seven world drivers’ championships and in the process has captured the imagination of fans all over the world. For all his success, Schumacher is also a controversial figure, feared for his ruthless tactics and despised for using extreme methods in pursuit of success. From his first Grand Prix with Jordan to his Benetton world championships and his attempt to win back Ferrari’s crown, this is a thorough and engaging look at Schumacher’s entire racing career. The story behind Schumacher’s record five consecutive world titles is uncovered, and his impact on the racing world as a whole following his retirement is examined. Frank, honest, and adroit, this is an in-depth look at the life and career of a champion.
Introduction 11 Monaco, 27 May 2006 52 The desire to be competitive 213 The hungry years 334 The road less traveled 475 The genius of Michael Schumacher 576 How Schumacher worked 757 The constant little hurdles 918 Smash and grab 1079 Battles with Ayrton Senna 12110 The death of Senna 13711 Schummel Schumi 15112 Made in Italy 16313 The other Schumacher 17514 Jerez and the fall from grace 18515 The Renaissance man 20116 Agony and ecstasy 21317 Mission accomplished 22518 The private Schumacher 24119 The dominant years 25120 The last lap 263Career statistics 285Index 299
