October 8, 2010

Michael Schumacher prepares for action

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October 8, 2010

Michael Schumacher has an off-track excursion

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October 8, 2010

Michael Schumacher finished eighth quickest on Friday

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October 8, 2010

A pensive Michael Schumacher in the Mercedes garage

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October 7, 2010

Lewis Hamilton chats to Michael Schumacher during Thursday's press conference

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October 7, 2010

Nico Rosberg in the Suzuka paddock on Thursday

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October 7, 2010

Michael Schumacher walks the circuit on Thursday

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October 7, 2010

Michael Schumacher and Felipe Massa chat as they arrive at Suzuka

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