Schumacher could extend Ferrari stay

Six-time world champion Michael Schumacher hailed team-mate Rubens Barrichello’s decision to sign a new deal at Ferrari as the “best possible news” today as the German revealed that he might race on beyond 2006.

Despite reports linking Barrichello with a new team, the Brazilian confirmed on Wednesday he was extending his contract with the Italians until 2006, a decision welcomed by Schumacher.