Formula One: Schumacher upbeat ahead of home race

BERLINE: Michael Schumacher is hopeful that the promise shown by his Mercedes GP squad at Silverstone can be translated into a better performance next weekend, with the German preparing for his home event at the Nürburgring. The seven-time Champion says he has ‘a good feeling’ ahead of the race, admitting that a strong result here is vital. “With two home races in a row, we’re fortunate to be given an extra boost as we head to the Nürburgring next week for the German Grand Prix, just two weeks after Silverstone,” said Schumacher. “The extra boost we’re receiving will be transformed into extra motivation.”

Published in The Express Tribune, July 16^th, 2011.