German ace Michael Schumacher is recognised as being at present the world's best racing driver.Many people say he is the best ever,but he himself denies any comparison to Fangio of the 50s - the only other driver to achieve five F1 championships.In 1995 Michael became the youngest double Formula 1 World Champion (1994 and 1995 seasons) ever.Michael is also the 2000,2001,2002,2003 and current (year 2004) World Champion.This phenomenal record speaks for itself.In 2003 he beat Juan Manuel Fangio's five championships,by taking his sixth!
The 2004 championship was secured by Michael before its conclusion,making it title number 7.He did it by finishing 2nd at Spa in Belgium,in Ferrari's 700th race,to accumulate enough points to seal the deal.
Michael is also the highest paid racing driver in the world,earning a reputed $30 million US.His younger brother Ralf became the third highest paid driver in Formula 1 in 1999,when his pay after the 2000 season was raised to $15.5 million US.
