Rubens Barrichello drives Ferrari F2002 at Monza to honor Michael Schumacher
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 6, 2026, 10:55 AM
Last updated Sep 6, 2026

Former Formula 1 driver Rubens Barrichello returned to the track at Monza on Saturday to demonstrate the Ferrari F2002. The event served as part of a tribute to Michael Schumacher during the Italian Grand Prix weekend. Barrichello, who served as Schumacher's teammate at Ferrari, piloted the championship-winning car while wearing his son's racing helmet. The demonstration took place following the qualifying session for Sunday's race. Ferrari is hosting a series of tributes for the German driver, including a special livery and the display of historical machinery from the 1996 and 2006 seasons. Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc are also participating in the commemorations by wearing suits featuring seven stars to honor Schumacher's record of seven world championships.
- •Rubens Barrichello drove the Ferrari F2002 at Monza on Saturday.
- •The demonstration honored the career of seven-time champion Michael Schumacher.
- •Ferrari displayed multiple historic cars alongside the current Italian Grand Prix weekend activities.
- •Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc are wearing special race suits as part of the tribute.
- 10:55 AMYahoo Sports — Rubens Barrichello reunites with Ferrari F2002 in Michael Schumacher’s honour
"Rubens Barrichello took his and Michael Schumacher’s F2002 out for a drive as part of Ferrari’s celebrating the German at the Formula 1 2026 Italian Grand Prix. In celebration of Schumacher, his former teammate Barrichello got to drive the F2002…
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