Seven-times Formula One World Champion Michael Schumacher has honoured the success of his county in the A1GP World Cup of Motorsport tonight, presenting A1 Team Germany with the World Cup trophy at the series’ end of season awards ceremony.
He received a standing ovation from the gathered crowd when he was announced on stage.
Schumacher said: ‘Nico’s driving and A1 Team Germany’s achievements this year have been excellent. Nico has everything he needs for the future - it is a long way to go but he is working hard, so why can he not achieve everything? I am proud as German, but it also because of the personal connections I have, that make this special to me. ‘
Nico said: ‘It is what a driver always wants to achieve. Winning races and winning a championship. That’s what we did this year. It is a good championship and it’s great to represent your country. I’m proud to have won this title.
‘You just need to open your eyes and look around at the race tracks. I have a good feeling for drivers. I am proud and very happy and we did a fantastic job this season. ‘
A1GP celebrated the end of its 2006/07 season with a glittering gala dinner at the Royal Court of Justice in London. Teams, drivers, sponsors and officials gathered at the event hosted by Sky Sports presenter, Georgie Thompson, to pay tribute to the memorable achievements of the season.
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