I was always determined that races should begin on time and I never deviated from that policy.

Forget what others whisper in your ears. Most of that is pure rubbish that obstructs the view to what really is important. Always make your own decisions. That is what makes us human.

With [Vladimir] Putin, he says he's going to do something, he gets on it, does it.

When there is more money at stake it affects the atmosphere and things become more businesslike.

Each new deal is another opportunity.

People want to build new circuits around the world and they say: 'We'll come to Silverstone and have a look how it's done', and I tell them to stay away.

Generally I still believe that Lewis [Hamilton] is the best champion that we have had in a long, long time. He manages to get to all different walks of life: red carpet, fashion business, and music - you name it.