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October 15, 2003

Schumi's Super Six!

Michael Schumacher has broken almost every record in Formula One history.

Born in Hürth-Hermülheim, Germany, to Rolf and Elizabeth on January 3, 1969, he started his Formula One career with Jordan, in 1991. The following year he moved to Benetton and was with them till 1995 before switching to present team Ferrari in 1996.

Nicknamed 'Schumi' and 'Schuey,' the German is reportedly the world's richest sportsperson, earning a $40 million annual salary from Ferrari.

On October 12, 2003 he won a record sixth World Drivers Championship. A look back at the six titles:

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