A remarkable gesture from Michael Schumacher was revealed during the Bahrain Grand Prix last weekend, as the seven-time Formula 1 world champion added his initials to Sir Jackie Stewart's legendary helmet.
The helmet now bears signatures from all living F1 world champions after Schumacher inscribed 'MS' on the prized memorabilia.
The Stewart family was astonished when they discovered Schumacher's contribution, which was facilitated by his wife Corinna.
The addition of Schumacher's signature completes a unique collection on the helmet, making it an extraordinary piece of Formula 1 history.
A remarkable gesture from Michael Schumacher was revealed during the Bahrain Grand Prix last weekend, as the seven-time Formula 1 world champion added his initials to Sir Jackie Stewart's legendary helmet
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According to Bild newspaper, the helmet was shipped to the 56-year-old German's location via DHL.
The charity organisation initially hesitated to approach the Schumachers, unsure if it would be disrespectful to make such a request.
"The charity organisation was initially unsure whether it would be disrespectful to inquire with the Schumachers," reported the German publication. "But the contact was made."
Corinna Schumacher played a crucial role in facilitating the signing, ensuring her husband could contribute to this collection of champions' signatures.
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The process remained uncertain until the moment the Stewart family received the helmet with Schumacher's initials.
Paul Stewart, who co-ran the Stewart F1 team with his father Jackie, expressed his delight at receiving the helmet with Schumacher's signature.
"Our family has known the Schumacher family for a long time," he said.
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"We weren't sure we would get the autograph until we saw it on the helmet.
"It was a wonderful thing—a once-in-a-lifetime experience."
Schumacher, meanwhile, continues to live his life away from the public eye following his tragic skiing accident in December 2013.
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The 56-year-old was in the French Alps when tragedy struck, with the F1 legend initially placed into a medically induced coma.
Schumacher hasn't been seen since, with the family preferring to keep details about his condition to a minimum.
Explaining why they do this, Corinna said in 2021: "No matter what, I will do everything I can [to help him]. We all will.
Michael Schumacher is looked after at home by wife Corinna SchumacherNETFLIX"We're trying to carry on as a family, the way Michael liked it and still does. And we are getting on with our lives.
"'Private is private', as he always said. It's very important to me that he can continue to enjoy his private life as much as possible.
"Michael always protected us, and now we are protecting Michael."
