Earlier reports have revealed that Michael Schumacher is showing "encouraging signs," keeping fans hopeful that the Formula One star will someday recover from his current condition. Now, the same person who gave everyone hope is now taking his words back.
Michael Schumacher Health News & Update: Formula One Star's Current Condition Revealed By Close friend
GamenGuide has previously reported that Michael Schumacher's good friend, Ross Brawn, has shared that the F1 legend is showing progress. However, the technical director at Benetton and at Ferrari took back his updates noting that the family wanted privacy for the German racer, as per Autoweek.
"I was quoted as saying he's improving, and it was not what I really meant. The family are conducting his convalescence in private, and I need to respect that," Ross Brawn said. "So I don't want to comment on his condition beyond saying we're extremely hopeful we'll see Michael as we knew him at some point in the future."
Michael Schumacher Health News & Update: Formula One Legend's Condition Still Uncertain, Family of F1 Star Requests For Privacy
Meanwhile, GamenGuide has previously reported that Michael Schumacher's family posted a message on his Facebook page to announce the upcoming anniversary of his very first Formula One win. The post was accompanied with a #TeamMichael hashtage, which his family, friends, and fans have been using to show their support for the beloved F1 superstar.
Michael Schumacher suffered a severe head injury on Dec. 29, 2013 as a result of an unfortunate accident at the French Alps. This heartbreaking incident was never hidden from the public as the family of the German racer believed that his fans deserved to know what happened to the F1 star.
Now, the family of the 47-year-old seven-time Formula One World Champion is hoping for fans and the media to respect their privacy. This sudden change of heart lead fans to speculate that Michael Schumacher's recovery may be bleak. The F1 legend's family and close friends has yet to comment on his health status.
