New joy for Michael Schumacher's family as nephew, 24, gets engaged

New Joy for Michael Schumacher's Family as Nephew Gets Engaged

David Schumacher, nephew of Formula 1 legend Michael Schumacher, has announced his engagement to fellow racing driver Vivien Keszthelyi. The news brings warmth to the Schumacher family, who have faced years of heartache since Michael’s severe skiing accident in 2013.

A Celebration in the Maldives

David, 24, who competed in the 2025 GT World Challenge Europe Endurance Cup with the HRT Ford Performance team, proposed to Vivien, also 24, during a romantic visit to the Maldives. The couple, who met through a mutual friend and have dated for several years, shared their joy on Instagram over the weekend, posting barefoot photos on a beach.

“The ocean witnessed our love, and the sunset sealed our promise. 05.11.2025.”

Vivien followed with a heartfelt message:

“Thank you all so much for your beautiful wishes and kind words! We're truly touched by all the love and support.”

Family Reactions

David’s father, Ralf Schumacher, 50, a six-time Formula 1 race winner and Michael’s younger brother, was among the first to celebrate the engagement publicly, showing his support online.

A Moment of Light for the Schumacher Family

The engagement marks a rare moment of happiness for the family, nearly twelve years after Michael Schumacher’s life-changing accident in the French Alps in December 2013.

Author’s Summary: The engagement of David Schumacher and Vivien Keszthelyi brings long-awaited joy to the Schumacher family after years of turmoil and silence surrounding Michael Schumacher’s condition.

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Daily Mail Daily Mail — 2025-11-10

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