Berger keeps faith in Schumacher recovery

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Gerhard Berger still believes that Michael Schumacher will one day recover from his brain injuries.

Information is scarce on the seven-time world champion's true health condition following his 2013 ski accident which has left Schumacher ailing.

Few are predicting a recovery for the German legend but many holding on to their hope, and among those is former Ferrari and McLaren driver Gerhard Berger.

"I believe in the miracle and very much hope that we will soon hear positive news from Michael," Berger told German newspaper Kolner Express.

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The report said Berger, who recently became the boss of the DTM series in Germany, is in regular contact with Schumacher's wife Corinna and son Mick."How Corinna and Mick deal with this difficult situation is admirable," said the Austrian.

"I think it's a wonderful story that Mick has listened to his heart and wants to take on the racing profession," he added, referring to the 18-year-old's foray in to European F3 this year.

"Of course Michael's footprints are enormous, but Mick has the talent and the right environment to deal with the pressure. He is a Schumacher and he knows what he's doing."

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Phillip van Osten

Motor racing was a backdrop from the outset in Phillip van Osten's life. Born in Southern California, Phillip grew up with the sights and sounds of fast cars thanks to his father, Dick van Osten, an editor and writer for Auto Speed and Sport and Motor Trend. Phillip's passion for racing grew even more when his family moved to Europe and he became acquainted with the extraordinary world of Grand Prix racing. He was an early contributor to the monthly French F1i Magazine, often providing a historic or business perspective on Formula 1's affairs. In 2012, he co-authored along with fellow journalist Pierre Van Vliet the English-language adaptation of a limited edition book devoted to the great Belgian driver Jacky Ickx. He also authored "The American Legacy in Formula 1", a book which recounts the trials and tribulations of American drivers in Grand Prix racing. Phillip is also a commentator for Belgian broadcaster Be.TV for the US Indycar series.