Schumacher Mao

Schumacher, who won his two earliest world titles at Benetton, will also be reunited ... Mao looks for 4th straight Japan title after long break; Nakayama to join Consadole

BERLIN (AP) Michael Schumacher remains optimistic about the outlook for his Mercedes ... Flames burn Capitals to keep playoff hopes alive; World champion Mao stays focused

Crucial juncture: Mao Asada, who has been out of action for two months, will try ... Report says Schumacher poised for F1 return; Nakayama to join Consadole; Kitajima ends year ...