UPDATE, 11:30pm, 1/1/14, Sabine Kehm, Michael Schumacher's long-time manager, has said that he is in a 'stable' condition in hospital. Kehm also said that Schumacher was being looked after very carefully and would not comment on rumours about his condition. Kehm also said that Schumacher was skiing "not too fast" and was with a group of friends when the accident occurred that cracked his helmet.
UPDATE, 1:04pm, 1/1/14: Schumacher's condition has "slightly improved", doctors say following a second operation to relieve pressure on his brain. Schumacher remains in an induced coma with his wife, Corrine and family by his bed side. Doctors say that it is still impossible to give a prognosis in the coming days and even months.
UPDATE, 11:30pm, 30/12/13: A press conference with Michael Schumacher's treating specialists was held this morning. Chief anesthesiologist, Prof Jean-Francois Payen advised that his situation is being monitored on an hourly basis and cannot provide a comprehensive update on Schumacher's condition. Professor Payen did state that "we think his helmet did help, without a helmet he wouldn't be here now." Payen's statements were echoed by colleague Stephane Charbade. Schumacher has had an operation to reduce the swelling in his brain, and it does not appear at this stage that he requires further surgery. However, he will remain in an induced coma for several days as they monitor him.
UPDATE, 11:30am 30/12/13: Grenoble Hospital have confirmed Michael Schumacher "was suffering a serious brain trauma with coma on his arrival". Schumacher's management have also confirmed his critical condition. Meribel ski resort, where Schumacher was skiing say that the German was conscious when he was attended to by ski patrollers who requested helicopter evacuation to the nearby town of Moutiers. Professor Gerrard Saillant and Jean Todt are believed to be at Schumacher's side.
Seven-time Formula 1 world champion - and personal hero of mine - Michael Schumacher is reportedly in a critical condition after suffering a serious head injury in a skiing accident.
The German who raced for Benetton, Ferrari and Mercedes during his highly successful F1 career was reportedly getting off a chairlift in the French Alps when he tripped on a rock and hit his head. He was wearing a helmet at the time.
There have been many conflicting reports on Schumacher's status with some reports saying that he is in a coma and others saying that his injury isn't life threatening.
More updates to come as this story develops.
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