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Michael Schumacher’s final F1 win: 20 years since Shanghai 2006

Some victories close a career, while others become permanent landmarks in the history of a sport without anyone realising it at the time. Michael Schumacher’s victory in Shanghai on 1 October 2006 belongs firmly in the second category. It was…

Published: Thursday, 1 October 2026 at 5:25 PM
Michael Schumacher’s final F1 win: 20 years since Shanghai 2006
Key Things to Know
  • October 1 marks the 20th anniversary of Michael Schumacher's 91st and final Formula 1 win at Shanghai in 2006.
  • Michael Schumacher defeated Fernando Alonso at the 2006 Chinese Grand Prix while driving for Ferrari.
  • Ralf Schumacher recalled that his brother served as his early karting coach, mechanic, and enduring childhood idol.
The Story in 60 Seconds

David Carter commemorates the 20th anniversary of Michael Schumacher's 91st and final Formula 1 victory at the 2006 Chinese Grand Prix in Shanghai on October 1, 2006. The Ferrari driver finished ahead of Fernando Alonso in what became his last race win, keeping his title fight alive for an eighth world championship during a competitive revival for the Scuderia.

Reflecting on the milestone, Schumacher's brother, Ralf Schumacher, recalled Michael acting as his early coach and mechanic during their karting days. Ralf Schumacher noted that the brothers finished on the podium together 16 times, emphasizing Michael's enduring legacy, his pivotal role in transforming Ferrari, and his profound impact on popularizing motorsport across Germany.

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