Ralf Schumacher - He shows himself with partner Etienne in Hungary
One week ago, Ralf Schumacher (49) made his relationship with a man public on Instagram. Over the weekend, there was a small premiere: Partner Étienne accompanied Schumacher on Sunday (21. July) to the Hungarian Grand Prix - there, the two appeared together for the first time in public as a couple. The former race car driver was there as a moderator and expert for Sky.
Not on the race track: "It's private"
An RTL reporter on site described Schumacher's appearance as "relaxed, casual - but above all fully focused on his job". When his co-moderator brought up his coming-out, Schumacher spoke of his surprise over the many positive reactions and also explained that he wanted to keep work and personal life separate: "I didn't expect the reaction and all the positive messages. But as you say: It's private and it doesn't belong here [at] the Formula 1 race track, nor to my job at Sky", quoted RTL.
Coming-out on Instagram
On July 14, Ralf Schumacher made his love for a man public on Instagram with a post. To a photo of himself and partner Étienne, he wrote: "The most beautiful thing in life is having the right partner by your side, with whom you can share everything."
Many celebrity friends wished Schumacher happiness on social media for his romantic happiness and his bold step into the public. And even his son David (22) showed his support and joy for his father's happiness: "I'm very happy that you've finally found someone with whom you really feel that you're safe and secure, whether man or woman, I stand behind you 100%, Papa, and wish you all the best and a heartfelt congratulations."
- Despite being in Hungary for the Grand Prix of Hungary as a moderator and expert for Sky, Racer Ralf Schumacher managed to keep his personal life separate, referring to it as "private."
- Ralf Schumacher's Instagram post on July 14, showcasing him and his partner Étienne, marked his 'coming out' and expressed his belief in having the 'right partner' by your side.
- During the weekend of the Hungarian Grand Prix, Ralf Schumacher's partner Etienne accompanied him publicly for the first time, adding a personal touch to his professional appearance.
- The sky above Hungary offered a beautiful backdrop as Ralf Schumacher and Étienne graced the Grand Prix of Hungary, turning the event into a memorable weekend for the couple.
- Ralf Schumacher's coming out on Instagram was warmly welcomed by his celebrity friends and family, including his son David Schumacher, who expressed his love and support for his father's courage and happiness.
- On July 21, Schumacher and Étienne made their first public appearance as a couple at the Hungarian Grand Prix, sparking conversations and adding more color to the Right to Left event, creating a significant moment for LGBTQ+ representation in the world of racing.
