Mick Schumacher, the son of seven-time Formula One world champion Michael, won the Formula 3 European title on Saturday. The 19-year-old finished second in race two at the season finale in Hockenheim to open up an insurmountable lead over closest challenger Dan Ticktum with a race to spare. Mick's triumph was just the latest indication that he could follow in his father's footsteps by making it all the way to Formula One, which was dominated by Schumacher Sr in the early 2000s. [AFP]
Nico Rosberg claimed his one and only F1 drivers' title in 2016 - a victory that marked a rare double in the sport. Father Keke clinched his only F1 crown driving for Williams in 1982. Nico shocked the sport by retiring after his crowning moment, but Mercedes have continued to dominate the sport in his absence. [Getty Images]
The Rosbergs joined Graham and Damon Hill as the only father-son duo to win the F1 title. Graham, who died in a plane crash in 1975, won his two world titles with BRM and Lotus in the 1960s. Damon, meanwhile, completed the sport's first family double when he led Williams to the drivers' and constructors' championships in 1996. [Michael Cooper /Allsport]
Between them, Cesare and Paolo Maldini (in picture) won 11 Serie A titles and six European Cups with AC Milan, where the family name will be revered for eternity. Each a former Rossoneri captain, the number three shirt that Paolo wore with distinction across 25 seasons at San Siro has been retired by Milan, who have vowed to only bring the number back into use if another Maldini family member makes the first team. [Getty Images]
Mazinho Alcantara was part of the Brazil squad that won the 1994 World Cup, while Thiago (in picture) has impressed in trophy-laden spells with both Barcelona and Bayern Munich. Mazinho is also the father of Barca's Rafinha Alcantara. [Getty Images]
Peter Schmeichel is regarded as one of the Premier League's greatest goalkeepers after winning five league titles, three FA Cups and the 1999 Champions League with Manchester United. A tough act for Kasper (in picture) to follow, and he spent the bulk of his early career in the lower leagues — but he finally played his part in a story to rival any of his dad's successes when he helped Leicester City to a barely believable Premier League title in 2016. [Getty Images]
The Greatest, Muhammad Ali remains the only three-time lineal heavyweight champion in history and his success in boxing is often transcended by his status as a role model for people across the world. One of his nine children, Laila Ali followed her legendary father into the ring and enjoyed a fruitful career. Retiring unbeaten in 24 fights, Laila was crowned WBC, WIBA, IWBF and IBA female super middleweight champion and IWBF light heavyweight champion in a fine eight-year spell in the sport. [AP]
Dale Earnhardt Sr ranks among the greatest names in NASCAR history, sitting alongside Richard Petty and Jimmie Johnson on a record seven championship titles. Dale Earnhardt Jr (in picture) followed his father into NASCAR and was competing in the Daytona 500 on the day Dale Sr was killed in a crash in the same race. The younger Earnhardt, whose half-brother Kerry was also a driver, finished third in the 2003 series - his best result to date. Dale Sr was himself the son of a racing driver - Ralph Earnhardt.
Archie Manning set a fine example for sons Peyton (L) and Eli, making his name as quarterback for the New Orleans Saints following a college career with Ole Miss Rebels. Peyton and Eli have surpassed their father's achievements, scoring two Super Bowl wins apiece. The former is regarded as the greatest quarterback in the history of the game, setting a league record for most passing touchdowns. [Getty Images/AFP]
Three-time Gold Glove winner Bobby Bonds set a high bar for son Barry. Both enjoyed their greatest success with the San Francisco Giants, but Barry (in picture) ultimately shone brightest. The left fielder ended his career with eight Gold Glove Awards and 14 All-Star selections, after hitting 762 home runs to earn a reputation as one of the all-time greats. [Getty Images]
One the youngest players to ever win rugby league's Challenge Cup, the other was the youngest player in English rugby union history when he made his debut. Both Andy and Owen Farrell were 17 when they each entered the record books, with union star Farrell junior currently well on the way to emulating his father's greatness in the 13-man code. Regarded as one of union's best kickers, it is a Farrell family trait, given Andy's 3,000+ points haul in 13 years with Wigan Warriors. [Getty Images]
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