27/10/2009
NEWS STORY
Fernando, sum up your feelings after a short Brazilian Grand Prix…
Fernando Alonso: It was such a disappointment as I think we could have scored some points in the race. I made a good start, but there were a lot of incidents on the first lap, which caught me out as I was hit by [Adrian] Sutil after he collided with [Jarno] Trulli. That was a real shame as I love racing at Interlagos and I was disappointed not to be part of an exciting race on a great circuit.
Are you looking forward to racing in Abu Dhabi for the first time?
FA: I always enjoy the challenge of a new circuit and the track in Abu Dhabi looks very impressive. It will be a new experience for everyone so it's important that we maximise all the sessions and learn as much as we can quickly to try and find an advantage. I think the facility looks amazing and will be great for the people of Abu Dhabi. We went there a few years ago for the street demo and saw how much enthusiasm the fans have for Formula One.
As it's your final race for Renault, will you be aiming to end the relationship on a high?
FA: Absolutely, I would love to finish the season and my Renault career with a great result. It will be an emotional race because I have enjoyed so many special memories with this team and I am leaving behind a lot of friends. Renault is one of the great teams in Formula One and I look forward to fighting with them on the track in the years ahead.
Romain, did you enjoy your first experience of Interlagos?
Romain Grosjean: I thought the track was amazing and very challenging, although with the changeable weather it was difficult to learn the limits of the circuit and find a good set-up. In the race I made a good start, but I had some problems warming up the tyres so I was missing grip in the early laps and lost a lot of places. The car felt better at the end of the race but because of the problems at the start it was too late to recover.
What are you expecting from the Yas Marina circuit?
RG: It will be a new adventure for everyone and I'm very curious to see what it's like as there has been so much expectation for this track. The photos I've seen of the marina look amazing and I'm sure it will be a great way to end the season. The layout looks like fun: it will be quick as there are some long straights and hopefully some overtaking opportunities. I think it will also feel like a street circuit with the big buildings and the yachts in the harbour.
What's your target for the final race of the season?
RG: As it's a new track for all the drivers, things should be easier for me as we all have to learn the circuit. My aim is to try and match Fernando, qualify well and hopefully fight for points in the race.