Saturday, February 8, 2025

Michael Schumacher denied honorary title: No thanks!

While Lewis Hamilton can easily be knighted in England, Kempen, where Michael Schumacher grew up, refuses to make the world champion an honorary citizen.

It will be a no-no for Michael Schumacher in the German's hometown of Kempen. At least when it comes to the question of the seven-time world champion's status in the city.

Despite several persistent attempts, the city government refuses to award the race choir with the title of honorary citizen.

This is written by the Kölner Stadt Anzeiger newspaper.

Because even though the issue has been discussed in the city council chamber, it was all postponed indefinitely back in March.

"The moment makes no sense. The city simply has other plans," says SPD member Andreas Lipp.

De Gronne's Peter Abels isn't too keen on the idea either, even though there are few Germans who have made such a mark in the world of sports.

– Why start with honorary citizenship, and where do you stop?, says the city council member.

One of those who is disappointed with the performance in Kempen is Michael Schumacher's brother Ralf Schumacher. In fact, he is far from satisfied.

– It's so typical of Germany and our politics. Nothing surprises me anymore with the SPD. Having done something has no meaning anymore. When you think about what my brother has done for Kerpen through his success, I'm just at a loss for words, says the Schumacher brother on his Instagram profile.

There is also not much credit for the Danish police. Specifically, the police may be forced to pay compensation to a large number of drivers who have been harassed using illegal methods. Read more about it here .

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