Scoring points must remain our objective - Piquet Jr.
The ING Renault F1 Team prepares for round thirteen of the 2008 Formula 1 World Championship: the Belgian Grand Prix at the historic circuit of Spa-Francorchamps. Nelson Piquet Jr.'s objective is clear: scoring points.
"The organisers did a great job of producing a really interesting circuit and I particularly enjoyed the final sector. There was also a really welcoming atmosphere for the whole weekend - it's just a shame to come away without any points. I knew after qualifying that scoring points would not be easy and that I would have to rely on incidents in the race to move up, but in the end it was quite a straightforward race. Plus, the fact that my front wing was broken didn't help. So it's a race to put behind us and I am now concentrating on the Belgian Grand Prix and the other races ahead of us."
The team is preparing for two legendary races: Spa-Francorchamps and Monza. Do you enjoy these races?"Yes, along with Monaco, these two circuits are unique and have earned their place in the history of Formula 1. I'm looking forward to these races, especially as Spa is one of the circuits that I enjoy above all - it's probably my favourite of the championship, along with Silverstone. In terms of driving, it's a demanding place and I will have to do lots of work with my engineers so that we can adapt the car as much as possible to the requirements of the track."
Why is Spa so unusual?"It's an undulating circuit and very long. There are lots of fast corners, as well as one of the slowest of the championship. In terms of the feeling from inside the cockpit, it feels amazing and there is nothing like it anywhere else. I think that's why most of the drivers really enjoy this circuit."
What are your ambitions for the Belgian Grand Prix?"I think that Valencia did not reflect our true performance. As we have shown in the last few races, we are capable of scoring points and this is what we must keep in mind so that we can remain focussed as we approach this race. My objective will be to reach Q3 in qualifying and hope for a good start in the race to try and finish in the points. I have to admit that I would prefer a dry race, but in Belgium you never know!"
