Fernando Alonso

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

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

For the drivers, it will not change too much. I think the challenge is more for the teams and engineers, read more

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.

My parents are responsible for the two things I like doing most - driving and magic tricks. They bought me read more

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.

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

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

I am refreshed after the break, and ready to attack the final races of the year,

I am refreshed after the break, and ready to attack the final races of the year,