The former F1 driver, Ralf Schumacheryounger brother of seven-time world champion Michael Schumacher, announced on social media that he is gay.

In fact, he also published a romantic photo on Instagram with his partner. “The most beautiful thing in life is when you have the right partner by your side with whom you can share everything”he wrote in his post, where he and another man embrace and enjoy the sunset.

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As “Reuters” writes, the late British F1 driver Mike Beuttler was also gay, who raced from 1971 to 1973 and died in 1988.

Ralf, 49, won six grands prix in an 11-year career that ended in 2007. He was previously married to Cora, with whom he has a son, 22-year-old David.

“I’m so glad you finally found someone you really feel very comfortable and safe with… I support you 100% dad and wish you the best. Congratulations”David wrote on Instagram.

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