My school reports always used to point out that my concentration levels were appalling. I never listened in class because I was always daydreaming about racing. I never thought for a moment about doing anything else. There was no guarantee that I'd make a career in it but I never had any plan B.

I think fans of the sport have a good understanding now of how fit Formula One drivers need to be.

I always sleep really well, particularly before a race, when the adrenaline's pumping.

I haven't got the yacht any more. The cost of running it was crazy. But it was so much fun while I had it. I don't regret it.

When you're in a car which can win every race, or fight for a win every race, that is pressure.

My school reports always used to point out that my concentration levels were appalling. I never listened in class because I was always daydreaming about racing. I never thought for a moment about doing anything else. There was no guarantee that I'd make a career in it but I never had any plan B.

In my hometown there is a pub named after me - The Frome Flyer on Jenson Avenue. How cool is that?!