Product Description
In 2005 Michael Schumacher was on the back of winning five successive World Drivers' Championships with Ferrari, but the opening three races of the season had been disappointing for the team, as Schumacher only had two points to show for his early season efforts.
After qualifying, it didn't look like it was going to be any better for the German, as he qualified in 14th for the race. A grid penalty for Massa elevated him to 13th for lights out on Sunday.
As the race got underway, Schumacher went very much under the radar - his pace had been good, but he was stuck behind the Toyota of Jarno Trulli until the Italian pitted.
With open space in front of him, the seven-time World Champion reminded us of how his credentials came to be and showed incredible pace.
Schumacher came out the pits in 3rd with a 20-second gap to Button in 2nd.
Within just 13 laps, he'd caught and passed the Brit and had his sights set on Alonso in the lead. 'Schumi' was able to close down the Spaniard, as Murray Walker used to say, "Catching is one thing, passing is another", and unfortunately Schumacher could only catch.
The battle raged on lap after lap, with both drivers being aggressive but fair.
Alonso, being the high IQ driver that he is, managed to incorporate lapped cars into his defensive strategy, as well as turning his engine up at key moments.
Finishing 2nd place, just 0.2s behind Alonso's dominant Renault was an incredible feat, especially having started 13th.
This battle, between Alonso and Schumacher, is regarded as one of the best of all time, with both drivers fighting tooth & nail for the top spot.
This OMP race suit is the very one that was worn by Michael Schumacher in that classic & iconic race. Featuring the world-renowned Ferrari logo, next to their key sponsor, as well as their partners at Bridgestone & Shell.
The suit also features a small patch to commemorate his 2004 World Championship.
Celebrate the legacy of Michael Schumacher with this incredibly special and unique race suit from an iconic race.
* Michael Schumacher's Race Suit
* San Marino Grand Prix, hosted at the Imola Circuit
* 13th to 2nd
* One of the greatest battles between Schumacher & Alonso
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