Team bosses 'welcome' Ferrari decision

In Montreal this weekend, Ferrari's rivals have been reacting to the news that the 'dream team' will stay together until the end of the 2006 season - and some are sceptical that Michael Schumacher will see the deal through

Jun 14, 2003, 12:34 PM

McLaren boss Ron Dennis said: "We love a challenge. Formula 1 is competitive and if they weren't there and you won, people would say: 'ah yes, but...' I think it's great that Michael is staying in and I hope we're the team to beat them."

Williams-BMW chief Sir Frank Williams added: "It's good in one way that Michael's off the driver market, but depressing news that they'll stay together."

BAR Honda team principal David Richards said: "It's quite hard to keep up that level of performance year after year, and there will come a day when they are challenged."

Eddie Jordan, meanwhile, said: "I happen to believe that Michael will never see out that time. I'd like to see the exit clause in the contract. I believe there are a lot of talented up-and-coming drivers and I think Michael will make sure that he leaves with dignity. I'd be surprised if he went beyond 2004. There are a lot of talented combinations out there."