Seven-time world champion Michale Schumacher is to be the recipient of the inaugural 'Nurburgring Trophy' this week, according to Germany's Bild.
The award honors the great driver's career, which includes five victories at the Nurburgring. Schumacher remains in recovery mode at his home in Switzerland following grave head injuries sustained in a ski accident on 2013.
His exact condition or level of mobility remain unknown with conflicting reports on his health surfacing on a regular basis.
Recently, former Ferrari President Luca di Montezemolo offered a glimpse of hope regarding Schumacher's future, although he did not offer much insight into his former driver's predicament.
"I'm very pleased to know that he is reacting," said the Italian.
"I'm sure that thanks to his determination, which will be crucial, he will come out from this very, very difficult situation."
Schumacher's loyal personal assistant and spokesperson Sabine Kehn will collect the award on the German icon's behalf, while former Mercedes motorsport boss also praised the 48-year-old legend.
"Nobody deserves this award more than Michael," said Haug. "This award for his life's work will give him a lot of strength on his road to recovery."
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