11/10/2005
NEWS STORY
Fernando, Suzuka must have been one of the best races of your career…
Fernando Alonso: It was certainly pretty exciting! The car was excellent, and I felt as quick as the McLarens honestly. I did lots of overtaking, and took the risks that I avoided in the last few races. It felt so good to be really aggressive with the car, because there was nothing to lose.
Do you think you can be on McLaren's pace again in China?
FA: Let's wait and see. Shanghai is a special type of circuit, and quite different to Japan. But we have a new engine there, so I think we can be maybe a bit closer. I quite enjoy the circuit, it has some challenging corners and for sure, the R25 will be better there than our car was last year. I am going there to help win a championship.
Fisico, you came so close to winning in Suzuka. How are you feeling?
Giancarlo Fisichella: Honestly, I am feeling positive. It was a hard race in Japan, and I did everything I could to keep Kimi behind at the end. But you know, we came away with more points than McLaren, so we are leading the championship with one race left: that is a fantastic position to be in.
How confident are you for China?
GF: I am feeling good. It is another demanding circuit, where the car needs good speed, good efficiency in the aerodynamics and a stable balance for the long corners. The R25 has been a great car all year, and I am sure it will be competitive there as well. We can put up a good fight, no question.