Schumacher praises Button-Brawn achievements
Schumacher said he hoped the championship would go to Abu Dhabi
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Monday, 19, Oct 2009 03:05
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Seven-time world champion Michael Schumacher said that Jenson Button and Ross Brawn have his full respect for what they have achieved this year.
Schumacher had hoped for the title fight to go down to the wire in Abu Dhabi, but congratulated the team and Button on their efforts.
"The fight for the world championship titles is over already one race prior to the finale," said Schumacher.
"As a fan of F1 I would have wished for a decision at the last race obviously, but on the other side I know from my own experience that being involved you have a different view on that.
"Congratulations to Jenson Button and Ross Brawn and the whole team - what they managed to achieve this year has my full respect.
"I grant them the titles because if you only look at what they have been through you realise what an incredible story this is: just one year ago they did think everything is over.
"I am extremely happy for Ross who I know since such a long time now, he deserves this success."
Schumacher went on to say that, while he was pleased for Brawn and Button, he was sad that his compatriot Sebastien Vettel didn't come closer to winning.
"What a pity obviously for Sebastian, but he still has a lot of time," said Schumacher.
"He had a fantastic "season and showed that he has everything to become world champion.
"He must not forget that with all the disappointment now.
"Of course he will see that differently at the moment and will need some days to digest this weekend.
"But I am sure we will see and hear a lot of good stuff from him in the future."