Michael Schumacher has congratulated Jenson Button and the Brawn team, saying they have his "full respect" after winning the double against the odds.
Jenson Button walked away with his maiden Drivers' Championship at Interlagos on Sunday while Brawn wrapped up the Constructors' title.
What makes the story even more remarkable is the fact that not so long ago they faced an uncertain future after Honda's withdrawal.
Seven-times World Champion Schumacher is impressed by what they have achieved.
"The fight for the world championship titles is over already one race prior to the finale," he wrote on his official website michael-schumacher.de.
"As a fan of F1 I would have wished for a decision at the last race obviously, but on the other side I know from my own experience that being involved you have a different view on that.
"Congratulations to Jenson and Ross and the whole team - what they managed to achieve this year has my full respect.
"I grant them the titles because if you only look at what they have been through you realise what an incredible story this is: just one year ago they did think everything is over. I am extremely happy for Ross who I know since such a long time now, he deserves this success."
Schumacher also has some words of comfort for compatriot Sebastian Vettel who up until the Brazilian Grand Prix stood a chance of becoming the World Champion.
"What a pity obviously for Sebastian, but he still has a lot of time," he added. "He had a fantastic season and showed that he has everything to become world champion. He must not forget that with all the disappointment now.
"Of course he will see that differently at the moment and will need some days to digest this weekend. But I am sure we will see and hear a lot of good stuff from him in the future."
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