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.

Formula One is a strange world but if you have clear values, you can maintain the separation between truth and read more

Formula One is a strange world but if you have clear values, you can maintain the separation between truth and fiction. If people praise you, you cannot let it go to your head, because at the next race you could be criticized.

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.

We have to be careful we don't do a lot of miles on Friday and Saturday and keep the engine read more

We have to be careful we don't do a lot of miles on Friday and Saturday and keep the engine safe for the race on Sunday,