Schumacher's title hopes dashed — FORMULA ONE | 世界のニュースを英語で読むならジャパンタイムズウィークリー


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Schumacher's title hopes dashed

Michael Schumacher saw his title hopes for this year's Formula One championship go up in smoke Oct. 8 at the Japanese Grand Prix.

F-1 driver Michael Schumacher KYODO PHOTO

Reigning world champion Fernando Alonso won at Suzuka and heads into the season's final race with a 10-point lead over Schumacher, who dropped out in the 37th lap with a blown engine.

"I was leading the race and then suddenly the engine went up in smoke," said Schumacher, who will retire after this season. "And I knew immediately what they meant for the race and championship.

"For me the championship is over," he said. "I have to say clearly I don't really believe in the championship anymore."

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