You try to hide your emotions, so as not to show weaknesses to others. I believe it's the same for every sportsman.

I retired simply because I didn't have the passion and motivation anymore, I was tired. At the time I thought, 'Well, I had a great time, there is the end.' At some moment there is the right time to call it an end.

I know what I am, and what I have to do in my profession, so I can handle the pressure. It's the way I think.

I have to say it's been tough to leave the Ferrari family, which has been a big part of my career.

Once something is a passion, the motivation is there.

I like to share my life, and spend time with someone I love. That has worked 100 per cent with my wife.

My kids are not known, and I think that is very important. So far they have lived a normal life, and will continue to do so. I feel they should have the possibility to live a free life without the burden of fame I have created.