F1 driver Schumacher announced his retirement this season, "It depends on how competitive we are" Schumacher said who has five straight world titles, and who has struggled to compete with F1 drivers Alonso's Renault and Kimi Raikkonen of McLaren-Mercedes. Midpoint race is the United States Grand Prix on July 2nd; Schumacher wants at least to be in a good position able to win if possible. Michael finished third in the 2005 season, 71 points behind F1 driver Alonso, Schumacher has denied reports that said he may move to another team. Schumacher's future will be with Ferrari looking to win the world championship.