Hamilton excited by Schumacher challenge (From Western Telegraph)

Hamilton excited by Schumacher challenge

8:58pm Thursday 30th July 2009

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Lewis Hamilton has insisted it will be "an honour and a privilege" to finally compete against a man he rates as a legend in Michael Schumacher.

The reigning world champion missed out on the opportunity to race against the seven-times king as Schumacher retired a month before Hamilton signed his first F1 contract. But in the wake of Schumacher confirming he is to make a comeback at next month's European Grand Prix as replacement for the injured Felipe Massa, Hamilton cannot wait to face the 40-year-old German.

"I am excited by the possibility of Michael's return, assuming it happens," said Hamilton before heading off on holiday to India.

"Michael is one of the sport's greatest competitors, a legend in his own right, and it would be great to compete against him.

"The whole world will be watching his return to the cockpit in Valencia.

"It will not only be fascinating to see how he readies himself for his grand prix comeback, but also an honour and a privilege to race against him for the very first time. I wish him well.

"My thoughts, though, are still with Felipe and his family after his terrible accident in Hungary."

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