Gina Schumacher: Horses Saved Me After Dad's Crash

Gina Schumacher has spoken candidly about the profound impact of her father Michael Schumacher's skiing accident, noting that equestrianism became her refuge. The accident, which led to significant brain injuries and a lengthy coma, necessitated a private life for the former Formula 1 star. Gina explained in an upcoming documentary that she immersed herself in horse riding to cope with the trauma, stating, "The horses have always been important... They helped me get through everything."

Her parents, Corinna and Michael, encouraged her equestrian pursuits. Corinna recalled Michael once predicting Gina's athletic prowess, attributing it to a necessary 'selfishness' in athletes. The Schumacher family maintains a private life, with Michael residing on a £30 million estate in Majorca. Here, he receives continuous, round-the-clock care from a large team of medical experts, living a life shielded from public view.