In late 1995, Michael Schumacher stepped into the Ferrari 412 T2 for his first test with the Scuderia. This pivotal moment marked the beginning of a legendary partnership between the German driver and the Italian team.
During the winter testing session, Schumacher wasted no time in impressing Ferrari engineers and fans alike. He quickly adapted to the car, posting lap times that were two seconds faster than those set by Ferrari’s former regular drivers, Jean Alesi and Gerhard Berger.
This extraordinary performance not only demonstrated Schumacher’s exceptional driving skills but also sent a clear message that he was the right driver to lead Ferrari into a new era. Little did the world know at the time, this would be the start of a remarkable journey that would see Schumacher bring Ferrari their first Drivers’ Championship in over 20 years.
