Weber left 'speechless' following Todt's revelation about Schumacher.

      Willi Weber has expressed shock and disappointment following Jean Todt's admission that Michael Schumacher intentionally created two of the most disputed moments in his career. The former Ferrari team principal recently stated that Schumacher's actions at Jerez in 1997 and Monaco in 2006 were intentional, marking a significant departure from Ferrari's previous position. However, Weber, who was Schumacher’s manager for many years, was taken aback by the timing and nature of these remarks. "I’m at a loss for words. Why would he make such statements? And especially now, considering Michael’s difficult circumstances," Weber told Kolner Express. Schumacher has remained out of the public eye since his serious skiing accident in 2013. Weber staunchly defended the character of the seven-time world champion. "Anyone who knows Michael understands there was no malicious intent. It was a tough but necessary move to protect his position and potentially the title," he remarked about the 1997 championship finale in Jerez. "We’ve witnessed far more aggressive actions in championship battles. Just recall Ayrton Senna vs. Alain Prost." He also insisted that the notorious Monaco qualifying incident, where Schumacher halted his car at Rascasse, resulting in yellow flags, was not intentional. "Where would we be if even a seven-time world champion like Michael was not allowed to make mistakes?" he questioned. Weber also raised doubts about Todt’s reasons for revisiting these events after so many years. "That was a long time ago and has been thoroughly discussed. Is he trying to retroactively clear his conscience?" The German noted that he no longer communicates with his former colleague at Ferrari. "I cut off contact with Jean after the accident, as it would only remind me of Michael’s tragic fate. New issues arise regularly for me, bringing grief."