Michael Schumacher’s son Mick pays emotional tribute to his dad, 12 years on from his snowboarding accident mind damage
- Mick Schumacher and Sebastian Vettel honoured Micheal in Sydney Australia
- They both paid tribute to him alongside the other drivers at Race of Champions
- They compete in the event together now as Vettel used to compete with Micheal
Motorsport legends came together at the Race of Champions in Sydney, Australia, to pay tribute to Michael Schumacher.
The seven-time F1 world champion, who suffered a traumatic brain injury in a 2013 skiing accident, was honoured by his son, Mick Schumacher, and their close family friend Sebastian Vettel.
In a powerful moment, Vettel and Mick stood on the hording at the Accor Stadium, unveiling a banner that read: ‘Keep fighting Michael – We miss you’, alongside the website for the ‘Keep fighting foundation’.
The ‘Keep fighting foundation’ is the charity that was established by the Schumacher family in 2017 – four years after Michael’s tragic accident – to promote health, safety, and perseverance.
The tribute – which took place in Sydney, Australia at the end of the Race of Champions – was joined by all 20 drivers competing in the event, showing solidarity with one of racing’s greatest icons.
Michael, long regarded as one of the best drivers in Formula 1 history, won a record-equalling seven world titles and held the record for most Grand Prix wins until Lewis Hamilton surpassed him in 2020.
In a powerful moment, Sebastian Vettel and Mick Schumacher stood on the hording at the Accor Stadium, unveiling a banner that read: ‘Keep fighting Michael – We miss you’
The tribute – which took place in Sydney, Australia at the end of the Race of Champions – was joined by all 20 drivers competing, showing solidarity with one of racing’s greatest icons
Vettel races alongside Mick, who is his godson, keeping the tradition alive having previously competed alongside his father
Prior to his accident, Michael and Vettel formed a dominant partnership at the Race of Champions, winning the Nations Cup for Team Germany six consecutive times between 2007 and 2012.
The shared a deep bond, with Vettel often referring to Michael as a mentor and role model. Now, Vettel races alongside Mick, who is his godson, keeping the tradition alive.
At this year’s event, Team Germany fell short in the Nations Cup, being eliminated by Team Australia – represented by Supercars drivers Will Brown and Brodie Kostecki.
The Australians advanced after a tiebreaker race between Vettel and Kostecki but were later beaten by Team France – with French superstar winning the 2025 Race Of Champions at Sydney’s Accor Stadium.
