Seven time Formula 1 world champion Michael Schumacher (R/top) of Germany and compatriot Sebastian Vettel (L/bottom) compete in a semifinal in the the Race of Champions in Beijing on November 4, 2009. Beijing's iconic Bird's Nest Stadium has been turned into a motor racing track with the world's top drivers gearing up to compete 2009 Race of Champions. Getty Images logo Getty Images 1 month ago

Seven time Formula 1 world champion Michael Schumacher (R/top) of Germany and compatriot Sebastian Vettel (L/bottom) compete in a semifinal in the the Race of Champions in Beijing on November 4, 2009. Beijing's iconic Bird's Nest Stadium has been turned into a motor racing track with the world's top drivers gearing up to compete 2009 Race of Champions.

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