Positive health update reveals Michael Schumacher 'making progress'

The Daily Mail reports that Schumacher sources close to the former Benetton and Ferrari driver say that he can now sit up in a wheelchair after being bedridden.

He is reportedly being taken care of by his wife, Corinna, and a group of nurses and therapists.

The German suffered a head injury during a skiing trip back in 2013.

Schumacher recently celebrated his birthday on 3 January. He turned 57 years old. His daughter, Gina, celebrated the occasion with posting a special image of his family on Instagram.

On Schumacher's birthday, the French driver shared images of skiing in a Marlboro red jacket.

Gasly reacted to the criticism he received for his post at Alpine's launch event. He explained: "I'm a big fan of Michael, I've always shown respect to him. I think I've always shared the fact that he was one of my idols growing up. It was one of his jackets. I love skiing. I've always gone since I was a child. I think it really takes your mind away.

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