Schu pops up at Barcelona test

(GMM) As the specialist press takes a rumor into overdrive, seven time world champion Michael Schumacher popped up at the final day of European pre-season testing ahead of the new formula one season.

The retired driver is reportedly being groomed for the role as Ferrari's future team chief, and his appearance at the Circuit de Catalunya – wearing red team gear and a set of headphones – will do nothing to settle the wagging tongues.

Also causing a stir in Barcelona on Wednesday morning was Toro Rosso's controversial new STR2, steered out of the garage for the first time by Vitantonio Liuzzi following a delay last night.

The heads of pit lane observers turned in unison when both the Italian and Mark Webber returned to the pits for service at one point this morning, before paddock discussions turned to whether the car can be visibly distinguished from Red Bull's 'RB3'.