Schumacher backs Hamilton to become all-time great
Schumacher admitted he is relaxed about one day losing his record
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Monday, 27, Oct 2008 10:22
Formula One legend Michael Schumacher has claimed that Lewis Hamilton could break his all-time record of seven world championship titles.
Hamilton heads into Sunday's Brazilian grand prix with a seven-point lead over Felipe Massa needing only a top five finish to secure his first title.
Asked if he thought Hamilton could one day beat his record, the German told the BBC's Inside Sport programme: "I would say, absolutely, yes.
"Nobody thought, even me, that I could beat (Juan Manuel) Fangio. Then I did. Records are there to be beaten."
The 39-year-old admitted that he would have no problem if his record is ultimately broken.
"I'm quite relaxed that one day it will happen - whether it's Lewis, whether it's Massa, or whoever," he said.
"It might be someone of the current or of the future that could or will do it. But I've got no problem about it."
The German also revealed his admiration for all that Hamilton has achieved since bursting onto the scene last season.
"When you think about what he has done in such a short time - just arriving and competing last year with (two-time world champion Fernando) Alonso and being very often quicker - that talks for itself."