Footage shows Schumacher skiing off trail before crash

Two minutes of footage from a camera on Michael Schumacher’s ski helmet showed the Formula One great was clearly skiing off a groomed trail when he lost his balance and crashed, leaving him with critical head injuries.

Investigators yesterday said they have ruled out problems with his skis, trail conditions or signage. Although they would not estimate Schumacher’s speed, they said it was not considered a significant factor in the Dec 29 crash at Meribel in the French Alps.

“His pace was completely normal for a skilled skier,” said Lt Col Benoit Vinneman.