A few days ahead of the Grand Prix
of Spain, Michael Schumacher reflected on the last race at Imola
and underlined the importance of the performance on the team's morale.
"Our showing at Imola was really fantastic", said the
current world champion.
"It has given us great encouragement and now
we cannot wait for Barcelona. I said it before the San Marino GP
and it is the same this time around: the title race really has begun
for us. Our car's performance and, above all, the whole team's and
that of our partners, was more than encouraging. It is obvious that
our fighting spirit has been reawakened. Our set up works well whichever
way you look at it and the only necessary thing, as always in Formula
1, is to look after the details".
The Ferrari driver also considered the technical
demands of the upcoming race and identified the adversaries who
stand in the way of the Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro's hopes of a win.
"When it comes to Barcelona, everything depends on finding
the right set up for the mix of slow and fast sections. This is
not always easy to do as there is often a strong wind and this can
play an important role. However, we know the track well as we test
on it during winter and so I don't expect too many problems".
"I think, concluded Michael, that many teams will do well at
Barcelona. Renault, given their performances up to now, will naturally
start as favourites. However, McLaren Mercedes and Bar Honda have
to be taken into consideration. The others will also have to keep
an eye on us. I have high hopes that we can go for the win at Barcelona". |