Canada Preview Quotes: Ferrari

Michael Schumacher: "There are many reasons to look forward to the race in Montreal. It is a beautiful city and Canada is a great place to visit because there is so much to discover. So, for me and the other drivers, the Grand Prix weekend is always pleasant. From a technical point of view, there are probably more demanding circuits in the calendar, but, even so, I would always choose to race in Montreal. To race here you need to have an interesting set up for the car: on the one hand you need to have a quick car, and so a low aerodynamic load; on the other, the chicanes mean you need to have more downforce and good mechanics to be able to ride the kerbs. There is all this and then, as I have often stated, Montreal is a track where you brake and accelerate in continuation and so the brakes have to be in good shape. Last year we had to overcome a few problems but we did what we had to. I think that this year it will go even better. BAR could also do well here as Montreal is similar to Imola, where they showed their potential. So, I think it will be enjoyable. It will be a tight race."

Rubens Barrichello: "I think that in terms of points it has gone well. Michael has already won six races and I feel I could have won one. I would not say I find this disappointing, but obviously, despite several second places, I have mixed feelings. So far, we have done a fantastic job with the car, the engine and the tyres, so that means it is now up to me to do a bit more. Even though I had not done much testing with the new car before the season, I was able to put Michael under pressure at the first race. But I need to find something more in terms of some elements such as strategy and that work will be ongoing this weekend in Canada. On this track, tyre choice is very important, especially as the fast sections mean we run with low aerodynamic downforce. Therefore Friday practice will be very important in order to help us make the right choice for the rest of the weekend."