Formula 1 chief Bernie Ecclestone has warned not to expect too much from Michael Schumacher on his return to the sport.
Ecclestone said it will be an “uphill struggle” for the former world champion.
Schumacher replaces Felipe Massa at the European Grand Prix in Valencia later this month. Sky News
Schumacher’s return, three years after he retired from the sport, has led to a huge surge of interest, with the now 40-year-old poised to renew acquaintance with the likes of new Ferrari team-mate Kimi Raikkonen and also race against current world champion Lewis Hamilton for the first time.
“It’s like Sinatra doing a comeback isn’t it really?” enthused the 78-year-old, who added “we’ll have to wait and see” when asked whether the return would prove as successful.
Ecclestone said that although he believed Schumacher has lost none of his talent, the performances of Ferrari’s F60 car so far this season might not live up to the expectations of those accustomed to the dominance which brought five successive world titles.
He added: “He’ll be there as long as Felipe can’t drive. As soon as he’s back in business, then Michael will put the seat over to him.” SkySports
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