Williams move on

The team lost out on 12 points in Montreal last weekend after their cars failed the post-race technical inspections - the brake ducts of the cars were too far away from the wheels. Both Toyotas were also excluded from the results for the same infringement.

Schumacher came off the worse losing out on second place, his first podium since the French Grand Prix last year. While the German has traditionally fared well on American soil, he enjoys racing at the Brickyard despite its technical nature.

"Somehow I have a feeling Indianapolis does not really like me as my last two races there have been somewhat frustrating," he said. "In 2002, I had a collision with my team mate and, in 2003, I spun off in the wet while running in second position.

"Despite past performances, Indianapolis is the home of motor racing in the States and without doubt a special place. I like the circuit as it has a good rhythm and good overtaking opportunities on the long straight, the corner entering the oval section is also a particularly good place to attack.

"Technically, the circuit is really challenging. Power is crucial, especially for the long straight, while you also need a lot of downforce for the corners of the infield section. Finding the perfect set-up is often really difficult as you need to find the best compromise to handle the track's varying characteristics."

Team-mate Montoya is particularly fond of the US racing scene having driven in the CART championship and won the prestigious Indy 500 in 2000.

"Going back to race in the USA is always a great feeling, especially going back to the Brickyard," said the Colombian. "To see all those people in the grandstands is a huge boost for me as it reminds me of my CART days.

"I also have bittersweet memories here. At last year's US Grand Prix, I lost any opportunity I had of winning the Drivers' Championship. That is how it goes in racing, though, so I've put that disappointment firmly behind me.

"For several reasons, we haven't had a good season so far, but I really hope we can start turning things around at the Speedway."