Michael Schumacher is currently in North America, preparing for this weekend’s Canadian Grand Prix, from where he made the following comment regarding the news of the extension of his agreement with Ferrari:

"I love this sport I do and I feel extremely comfortable at Ferrari. It was therefore almost something to be taken for granted that I would extend my contract to the end of the 2006 season. The fact that Jean Todt and other key personnel in the team have also confirmed they plan to stay with Ferrari for the same period of time made this decision even easier to take. I am really pleased to be able to work with a team like this, with great friends, in the hope of enjoying even more success together. We have some exciting seasons ahead of us and, as usual, I am ready to give these great challenges my best shot. Ferrari is like a second family to me and I am proud to be part of this marvellous group".