Ralf Schumacher publishes explosive WhatsApp messages after his ex-wife's shocking interview

Ralf Schumacher has published a series of private WhatsApp messages following controversial statements by his ex-wife Cora Schumacher. The dispute, which became public through an interview with Marca, contains deeply personal accusations.

The former Formula 1 driver, known for his career with Jordan, Williams and Toyota, recently announced his relationship with French business manager Etienne and openly celebrated his same-sex relationship. This news sparked a dramatic reaction from Cora Schumacher, who felt betrayed. According to Cora, Ralf's revelation was a “stab in the heart” that exacerbated their already complicated relationship following their split in 2015.

To set the record straight, Ralf revealed WhatsApp dialogues between him, Cora and Etienne.

“With all this back and forth, I want to clarify that Cora congratulated us in September 2023 because she thought we were married, as can be seen from this message to Etienne personally. I think it's a shame for Etienne and me that she is spreading so many lies.”

“We both just want to be left alone.”

The messages in question show Cora congratulating the couple, which is in stark contrast to her public display of surprise and pain over Ralf's new relationship.

However, the publication of these messages did not go without consequences. Cora condemned Ralf's actions as an invasion of privacy and called him “pathetic” for resorting to such measures to refute her accusations.

“How pathetic must a person be to illegally publish private WhatsApp messages in order to conceal the truth?

“And you have been seriously suing me for ten years, claiming that I am not protecting your privacy rights while you shamelessly violate mine, instead of just coming forward and at least telling me the truth now.

“The WhatsApp was my last attempt to at least find out the truth from him.”

At the centre of this saga is her son, David Schumacher, who publicly supports his father's new relationship.

“I'm very happy that you've finally found someone with whom you feel truly comfortable and secure, whether man or woman. I'm 100 percent behind you, Dad, and wish you all the best and congratulations.”

As the situation continues to evolve, questions about the limits of privacy, the pressures of a public life and the paths to personal truth remain ever-present. As both parties seek closure and clarity, we now turn to the restart of the 2024 F1 season with the Dutch Grand Prix this weekend.