Mika Häkkinen believes in Schumi

Mika Häkkinen affirmed at the start of the year that he had never considered a return to Formula 1, saluting the courage of Michael Schumacher for having made such a choice. “ In Formula 1, you need total commitment to your life, declared the Finn. You can't come back thinking it's a hobby. You really have to work really hard. »

Today, the double World Champion looks back on Michael Schumacher's start to the season. Even if the German did not perform to his advantage, Mika Häkkinen thinks he will do everything possible to get back to the top. “ I'm sure Michael can win a race this season, he tells Bild. I know he can work very hard when he has a goal. But it will still be difficult because Formula 1 gives you little time and forgives you nothing. »

« It is clear that he needs time after three years of absence. This sport requires a total investment, repeats Häkkinen before the start of the European season. This is difficult to achieve when you are 41 years old and have other priorities in life; family, for example. He must face young drivers, who think of nothing other than winning in Formula 1. »