Q & A with Kimi Raikkonen
Q. So how is it coming back to the track?
Kimi Raikkonen: I tried some electronics and it was pretty good.
Q. You will get the award for winning the title this weekend too...
KR: It is nice to get it finally, but it is more important to win it. But is nice to finally get it.
Q. What are your expectations for the next year?
KR: It is too early to say, we have work to do. We will get the car at the beginning of next year and we'll see where we are but so far it is looking good.
Q. You drove for McLaren in the past, what do you think the team is going through?
KR: I am not interested, it is not my problem. I am happy where I am.
Q. Does it feel any different to be in the car as a champion?
KR: No, it is the same still. Driving is the same. Of course it is a bit different with all the electronics being taken away. It is a bit more tricky but it is also good.
Q. How is it driving without traction control
KR: Like I said it is a bit more tricky in some areas. It is good fun, it just takes time to get everything sorted so we have to work.
Q. Next year you will hunted, does it change anything?
KR: Not really, I think everyone starts in the same position again. We want to win again, both titles. It's nice to have achieved it once but it would be nice to do it again.
Q. What do you think of Michael Schumacher driving?
KR: It is good if he is still good to test and good fun for him. It sure will help us, there's nothing negative about it.
Q. Are you happy you are faster than McLaren?
KR: It is only a test, but it is winter. We did well yesterday and good today so far.
Q. Is Michael testing really helping you? He has different style to you.
KR: It is not going to change anything for next year so for me it does not matter. If he wants to test, he tests, it is not taking anything away from me. I am happy for him.
Q. Why did you not try the slicks?
KR: I think someone else is going to try it tomorrow or in the last day. It is not next year so there is no reason to try now.
Q. How is the car? Is it easier for all the drivers?
KR: I think it is the same for everybody and it takes a while to get used to it. The car and the driver will make a difference, so it is ok, just tricky, but also good fun.
Q. Without Alonso, do you think McLaren will suffer in the development?
KR: I don't know, you ask them.
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