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- I think I've always shared the fact that he was one of my idols growing up.
- It was one of his jackets.
- I love skiing.
- I've always gone since I was a child.
- I think it really takes your mind away."As I said, I had two weeks.
Pierre Gasly responds to backlash over Michael Schumacher tribute Instagram post
Story byMotorsport photoLydia MeeFri, January 23, 2026 at 11:42 PM UTC·2 min readAlpine Formula 1 driver Pierre Gasly has responded to the backlash he received after a recent Instagram post from his skiing holiday over the Christmas break. The French driver shared a photo of himself sporting a red Marlboro ski suit, an outfit similar to one worn by F1 icon Michael Schumacher, posted on the seven-time Formula 1 champion's birthday. Some fans branded the post as tasteless. AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementWhile speaking to the media at the launch of Alpine's 2026 F1 challenger, Gasly addressed the post."I'm a big fan of Michael," Gasly said. "I've always shown respect to him.
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