November 13 marked the 20th year when Michael Schumacher won his first world title. This is a feat that is definitely worth celebrating. However, according to the latest Michael Schumacher update, the Formula One legend faces a long road to recovery from brain damages he suffered after a skiing accident along French Alps. Thus, he is not there to celebrate. Right now, Michael Schumacher has left the Grenoble University Hospital and was moved to his home in Gland, Switzerland, where he is now taken cared of by his family.
To celebrate the anniversary of Schumacher's first title, the seven-time world champion's official website has been relaunched. The family of the still unconscious racer didn't just paid tribute to his contribution in world racing but also thanked the well-wishers who stood beside the family amid the latest setback in their lives.
"Your wishes give us strength," reads the message on www.michael-schumacher.de. "Still we receive wishes for Michael to get well soon every day, and still we are stunned by the sheer amount of sympathies."
The family sent their gratitude to the fans and added that they are confident Michael Schumacher will pull through.
"We can only always thank you for facing this fight together with him and us. We remain confident and hope the best for Michael. Your strength is helping us to keep supporting him."
Three weeks ago, the French doctor overseeing Michael Schumacher's condition said that the Formula One legend 'could recover in three years.'
"I have seen some progress but I would say give him time. It's like other patients, we are in a timescale that ranges from one year to three years, so it takes patience," said Dr. Jean-Francois Payen of the head of Anesthesiology at Grenoble University Hospital.
"Life after a brain injury is littered with stages," he said. "It must progress, we hope, but we must give him time."
Dr. Payen added that Schumacher is in a 'favourable' condition now that he is with his family. He said that the presence of his loved ones will be a big factor in his recovery.
"The family environment is anyway best for the patient. His wife is surrounded by excellent advice and has implemented all it takes for it to move forward."
