Seven times Formula One champion Michael Schumacher has been fined €75 and docked three points on his driving licence after having been caught over speeding near Kerpen, his childhood hometown in Germany.

German newspapers said he was driving an Audi Cabriolet when he was caught speeding in a 100kmh zone.His speed was not given.

Schumacher is a Ferrari adviser and occasionally tests and attends grand prix.

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