I've always been reasonably fatalistic.

Fitness will be a major factor in the first race and I think that will play into the hands of drivers who have been racing recently, rather than people like me who haven't raced properly for a decade. I'am not one of the favourites to start with.

Alain will do everything in his power to win, he doesn't like getting beaten by anyone and least of all me.

Racing a thoroughbred grand prix car in front of a home crowd will be a surreal and mighty experience.

Every GP Masters race will stand out because we will be available for fans, media and sponsors.

I think life is full of challenges and problems. I don't believe that anyone is perfect. We all make mistakes. It's not a bed of roses, and you have to work real hard at it.

The format of the race weekend is also very well thought out. We have enough practice time to get the cars well set-up and have a proper qualifying session where we can do as many laps as we like, which is great for the drivers and spectators.