Turn 1 at Bahrain Grand Prix named after Michael Schumacher

Micheal Schumacher

The organizers of the Bahrain Grand Prix are set to name the first turn of the Grand Prix after 7-time world champion Michael Schumacher.

Zayed Al Zayani, the chairman of the Grand Prix, said, “With the support of his family, it is a great privilege to be able to honour arguably the greatest racing driver in the history of F1 and someone who the people of Bahrain hold close to their hearts.”

“From his first appearance at the BIC in 2004, he immediately became an inspiration for all those who love motorsport in the Kingdom and it is therefore natural for us to recognise him in this way,” he added. “The team at the BIC continues to offer Michael and his family its best wishes.”

Schumacher remains in the process of recovery after a skiing accident that occurred in late December.

His manager Sabine Kehm expressed his gratitude for the gesture by the organizers of the Bahrain Grand Prix, saying: “Michael’s family would like to thank the Bahrain International Circuit for this gesture, acknowledging Michael’s achievements in Formula 1 and interest in the BIC circuit design.

“We take it as a recognition for his passion for motorsport.

“I am convinced Michael will love the idea and feel very honoured about having a BIC corner named after him.”