Michael Schumacher is a former German racing driver who competed in Formula One. Schumacher used to drive for Ferrari in his prime years and won a record-setting seven Formula One World Drivers’ Championship titles (five for the Italian team), tied by Lewis Hamilton in 2020.
Schumacher raced in Formula One from 1991 to 2006 and 2010 to 2012. At the time of his retirement, Schumacher held records for most wins (91), podium finishes (155), and pole positions (68). Schumacher’s tight cornering during his prime led him to maintain the record for the most number of fastest laps (77).
What are Michael Schumacher’s Nicknames?
Schumacher had a lot of nicknames including Schumi, Schuey, and Schu. Schumacher was a force to be reckoned with on the Formula One track. Not only did he perform phenomenally during dry track conditions, but even in wet conditions. When all other drivers barely get a hold of their car, Schumacher won 17 of the 30 races in wet conditions. Some of his best performances in such conditions earned him the nicknames Regenkonig (Rain King) or Regenmeister (Rain Master). Schumacher is also known as the Red Baron because of his red Ferrari, referring to the famous German flying ace of the First World War - Manfred Von Richthofen.
FAQ's On Michael Schumacher Nickname
A. Schumacher retired in 2006, and then in 2012.
A. Michael Schumacher has won the Formula One World Drivers’ Championship seven times.
A. Ralf Schumacher is Michael Schumacher’s younger brother who also competed in Formula One.
A. Michael Schumacher has two children- Gina-Maria and Mick Schumacher.
