Everyone wants to beat Michael on the track because it is the same as beating (Lance) Armstrong in the Tour de France,

We have to be careful we don't do a lot of miles on Friday and Saturday and keep the engine safe for the race on Sunday,

My parents are responsible for the two things I like doing most - driving and magic tricks. They bought me my first go-kart and a magician's kit.

I'm just extremely happy to win the championship with the second quickest car,

For the drivers, it will not change too much. I think the challenge is more for the teams and engineers, finding the right strategy and working very quickly. Last year, we had one opportunity for a quick lap. Now, we have at least three occasions when we have to set a lap time.

I am pleased to be third because this is my best qualifying position so far this year.