Former Ferrari president Luca di Montezemolo has "no good news" to report on Michael Schumacher's condition, after journalists questioned the Italian about his former drivers health during an event in Milan.
Schumacher's latest condition remains a secret, with only close family and friends able to visit the seven-time world champion following his skiing accident more than two years ago, which is believed to have left him motionless and unable to communicate.
Di Montezemolo's comments failed to shed much light, with the 68-year-old refusing to comment on Schumacher's health, other than confirming he has "no good news" to report.
"I have unfortunately no good news," he said. "Michael was a great driver, and we experienced a long time together in both our personal and professional lives. But life is really strange.
"He was the most successful driver of Ferrari and in his career he had only one accident, in 1999. But unfortunately a fall in a skiing accident has had serious consequences."
Various versions of Di Montezemolo's comments have been reported, with some stating that the Italian said: "I have news and unfortunately it is not good," but this is believed to be a mis-translation.
Schumacher's manager, Sabine Kehm, has refused to comment on the reports and has previously branded anything unofficial "irresponsible" as it gives "false hope".
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