Michael Schumacher, every second on the racing track could change his life and fortune. But an accident in 2013 brought the car king's life to an abrupt end, from galloping to being bedridden for many years. His wife Corinna did not hesitate to sell a mansion worth 450 million in order to support her husband's medical expenses. Is this the supreme proof of true love?
When you think of Michael Schumacher, you probably think of the Fast and the Furious, the countless moments of sprinting on the track. He is not only an F1 legend, but also a hero in the hearts of countless motorsport fans. Schumacher's racing career can be described as a glorious portrayal, with seven world championships and countless podiums, and his name has become almost synonymous with Formula 1.
On a winter day in 2013, an unexpected struck. On the ski slopes of the Alps, Schumacher experienced a reversal of fortune. By accident, he fell off his skis and hit his head the rocks. Even though he was wearing full safety gear, the accident left him with extremely serious injuries and he fell into a long-term coma.
As soon as the news came out, the entire sports world and his fans were shocked. Schumacher, the unrivaled king on the track, fell asleep in a hospital bed, and the hands of life seemed to suddenly stop. His wife, Corinna, became a key figure in the battle.
The love story of Corinna and Schumacher is also part of the legend. The two met in 1985, when Schumacher was just a newcomer to the world of motorsports and Corinna was just an ordinary supermarket salesperson. But the gears of fate brought them together, went through countless ups and downs, and finally entered the palace of marriage. Schumacher joined Scuderia Ferrari in 1995, the year he proposed to Corinna, and their relationship caught the world's attention.
When Schumacher was in misfortune, Corinna's performance moved everyone. Faced with the cost of expensive treatment, she did not hesitate to decide to sell all the assets that could be realized, including properties worth hundreds of millions and luxury cars. Her behavior is not only a support for her husband, but also a persistence and loyalty to love.
Corinna's decision was not without challenge. A lawyer once advised her to consider euthanasia, which is legal in Germany, both to ease the burden and to allow Schumacher to leave peacefully. But Corinna is adamantly against it, believing that as long as Schumacher is still breathing, there is hope to wake up. She once said in an interview: "He is my family, my everything, I can't live without him." These words all reveal her firm determination and deep love for her husband.
Corinna's sacrifice and hard work have also paid off. Although Schumacher has not fully regained consciousness to this day, he is reported to have improved and is able to open his eyes from time to time and even sit up. These small developments are undoubtedly a great consolation for Corinna and their families.
Behind all this is Corinna's huge psychological and financial pressure. According to a report by the German magazine "Bunte", since Schumacher's accident, Corinna has spent more than 2 billion yuan on treatment. The money was raised in part through the sale of property in Schumacher's name, including the €58.7 million mansion in Switzerland. Corinna's efforts have made the outside world have more understanding and respect for her.
Schumacher's story is not only a legend of a racing driver, but also a true portrayal of how a family copes with major changes. In this process, Corinna is undoubtedly the biggest hero. She proved with practical actions that love can transcend life and death, and can overcome all difficulties.
Schumacher was once fearless on the track, and now that spirit is best exemplified by his wife. Despite the constant challenges and difficulties, Corinna never gave up. This kind of perseverance and courage moved everyone.