Schumacher appointed San Marino's ambassador.
Multiple Formula One world champion Michael Schumacher has been officially declared an ambassador of the Republic of San Marino, as the country aims to reinforce its links with Ferrari.
The post was offered to Schumacher as he has always been well informed about solidarity issues, and has taken part in numerous benefit events. He will be involved in humanitarian causes, but the new role is one the German will only have to fulfil on particular occasions, so it will not directly clash with his racing activities.
Multiple Formula One world champion Michael Schumacher has been officially declared an ambassador of the Republic of San Marino, as the country aims to reinforce its links with Ferrari.
The post was offered to Schumacher as he has always been well informed about solidarity issues, and has taken part in numerous benefit events. He will be involved in humanitarian causes, but the new role is one the German will only have to fulfil on particular occasions, so it will not directly clash with his racing activities.
"The Republic of San Marino, in view of the very close relationship between the San Marino state and Ferrari, is honoured to be represented by a Formula One driver whose great fame will enable him to carry out this diplomatic role," read a communiqu? from the republic's department of foreign affairs.
"Ambassador Schumacher was bestowed the honour of Commendatore dell'Ordine Equestre di Sant'Agata on 19 October last year - Ferrari Day - and, in September, he will officially take on this new post."
