# Ferrari Schumacher tribute and technical upgrades at Monza > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/ferrari-tribute-to-michael-schumacher > Updated: 2026-09-08T17:23:42.000Z. Sources: 201. Developments: 7. Ferrari is preparing a major tribute to seven-time Formula 1 world champion Michael Schumacher during the upcoming Italian Grand Prix at Monza, scheduled for September 4 to September 6, 2026. The celebration marks the 30th anniversary of Schumacher’s first season with the Scuderia in 1996 and the 20th anniversary of his final victory at the circuit in 2006. To honor the legend, drivers Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc will wear special racing suits and team kits featuring Schumacher’s personal ‘M S’ logo and seven white stars. The team has unveiled a special SF-26 car livery, referred to as the ‘Sunday Rituals’ design, inspired by the 1996 F310. This livery features predominantly red bodywork, white wings, black detailing, and gold accents on the wheels, with seven stars displayed on the nose or front wing. As part of the ‘Sunday Rituals’ event, historical demonstration laps have commenced. Rubens Barrichello, Schumacher’s former teammate, drove the championship-winning F2002 at the Monza Circuit. Barrichello expressed emotion regarding the experience, noting the car’s handling and intense G-forces. Following Barrichello, four-time world champion Sebastian Vettel also returned to the Monza circuit to pilot the F2002. Vettel completed several laps and performed donuts for the Tifosi, describing the experience as ‘deeply moving’. He noted that while the car was a beautiful piece of machinery, it felt significantly more important because it belonged to Schumacher. Vettel, who retired from F1 at the end of 2022, expressed that he was “mixed up in feelings,” adding, “He’s not here today but I felt him a lot in these laps.” Despite the nostalgia of the paddock, Vettel reaffirmed his retirement, stating he has no intention of returning as a driver, test driver, or simulator specialist at this time. ## Claims - The 2026 Italian Grand Prix will be held at the Autodromo Nazionale Monza from September 4 to September 6. (corroborated by 5 sources) - The Ferrari F399 helped the Scuderia win the 1999 Constructors' Championship. (corroborated by 4 sources) - The brand Velo will feature on the McLaren Mastercard Formula 1 Team livery during the Italian Grand Prix. (corroborated by 4 sources) - Ferrari is preparing a special livery for the SF-26 at the 2026 Italian Grand Prix. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc will wear special team kits featuring seven white stars representing Michael Schumacher's championships. (corroborated by 3 sources) - The Automobile Club Milano is hosting a free exhibition of the 1999 Ferrari F399 from August 31 to September 8, 2026. (corroborated by 3 sources) - The Lombardy Regional Council will host events at Monza regarding automotive and energy transition during the Grand Prix weekend. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Ferrari is introducing a special livery for the Monza Grand Prix to honor Michael Schumacher. (corroborated by 3 sources) - The tribute marks 30 years since Michael Schumacher joined Ferrari and 20 years since his final victory with the team. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Drivers Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton will wear special racing suits featuring Schumacher's logo and seven stars. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Rubens Barrichello and Sebastian Vettel will perform demonstration laps in the F2002 model at Monza. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Rubens Barrichello will drive the Ferrari F2002 on Saturday at Monza. (corroborated by 3 sources) ## Timeline ### 2026-09-08: Ferrari honors Michael Schumacher at Monza with F2002 demonstrations At Monza, Ferrari honored Michael Schumacher with demonstrations featuring the F2002. Rubens Barrichello and Sebastian Vettel drove the historic car, though Vettel reaffirmed his retirement from F1. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ferrari-honors-michael-schumacher-at-monza-with-f2002-demonstrations ### 2026-09-05: Sebastian Vettel drives Schumacher’s Ferrari F2002 at Monza Sebastian Vettel delivered an emotional tribute at Monza, driving Michael Schumacher’s historic Ferrari F2002 to honor the legendary driver’s legacy and 30th anniversary with the team. 45 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/sebastian-vettel-drives-michael-schumachers-ferrari-at-monza ### 2026-09-03: Ferrari honors Michael Schumacher at Monza Grand Prix Ferrari is honoring Michael Schumacher at the Monza Grand Prix, featuring special SF-26 liveries, historic car demonstrations by Sebastian Vettel and Rubens Barrichello, and a commemorative PUMA collection. 23 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ferrari-honors-michael-schumacher-at-monza-with-special-livery-and-historic-car-demos ### 2026-09-02: PUMA launches Michael Schumacher tribute collection with Ferrari PUMA and Scuderia Ferrari HP have released a limited-edition collection honoring Michael Schumacher’s 30th anniversary with the team, featuring items inspired by his 1996 season. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/puma-launches-michael-schumacher-tribute-collection-with-ferrari ### 2026-08-30: Ferrari to honor Michael Schumacher at Monza Grand Prix Ferrari will honor Michael Schumacher at the 2026 Italian Grand Prix in Monza with special car liveries, historic vehicle displays, and demonstration laps by Sebastian Vettel and Rubens Barrichello. 126 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ferrari-f399-to-be-exhibited-in-milan-ahead-of-2026-italian-grand-prix ### 2026-08-28: Ferrari to debut engine upgrade and Schumacher tribute at Monza Ferrari will debut a new 15-horsepower engine upgrade and aerodynamic components at the Italian Grand Prix in Monza, while also honoring Michael Schumacher with special driver suits and livery. 17 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ferrari-honors-michael-schumacher-at-italian-grand-prix ### 2026-08-25: Ferrari to honor Michael Schumacher at Monza Grand Prix Ferrari will honor Michael Schumacher at the upcoming Italian Grand Prix in Monza with special driver suits and a tribute livery, while the city hosts the four-day Fuori GP festival. 36 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ferrari-to-honor-michael-schumacher-with-special-livery-at-monza --- Cite as: Ferrari Schumacher tribute and technical upgrades at Monza. 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