Schumacher wants an eighth title

Michael Schumacher joined Mercedes GP for the love of racing but, moreover, the seven-time world champion has not lost his desire for triumph. The German driver wants more than ever to put himself back at the top of the hierarchy in Formula 1. " In our long-term project with Mercedes, we have established a clear goal: I want to become world champion again “, he told Bild, quoted by AFP. “ Maybe it won't happen in the first season, but if we consider the three seasons (Schumi has a three-year contract), it seems something realistic. »

If the German admitted to having pain during his tests behind the wheel of the GP2 car this week, he affirms that there is nothing abnormal in these pains. “ In the past, I have never managed to strengthen this area of ​​my body in such a way that I never felt anything. Having a little stiffness is completely normal. »

But, regarding his age, Michael Schumacher wants to be completely reassuring and thinks that his 41 years will not be a disadvantage. “ Apparently I managed to fend off the effects of age, I must have good genes, he joked. I even train less than before, but I am more efficient and I better target what I do. » The seven-time world champion is ready to attack his 2010 season, after three years of retirement. His rivals have been warned.