German drivers have been part of the Formula 1 scene since the start of the world championship in 1950 and the days of Wolfgang von Trips.
But it was only when Michael Schumacher came along in the 1990s that the country produced a champion. And not just any old title-winner – but one who is still widely regarded as the greatest racer the sport has ever seen.
Back-to-back titles with Benetton saw Schumacher crowned king of the motorsport world, and it sparked a change in attitude back home. More and more German youngsters were taking up motorsport, desperate to follow in the footsteps of their hero.
