Giving yourself threads doesn't mean you don't believe in yourself in my opinion.

I have so much respect for my opponents; many of them watched the races as little children and were supporting me!

How do Ferrari know what I'm doing next year when I don't know what I'm doing next week?

I never race for records. The motivation to try to beat the record is not enough to continue. You have to enjoy it.

Our sport is dangerous. We risk the life out there, so we need to stay calm and focused and leave all the rest out.

Maybe the bike is more dangerous, but the passion for the car for me is second to the bike.

In 2009, I didn't like that Yamaha signed such a young and competitive teammate [Jorge Lorenzo]. But now everything is different. We are more mature. Everyone knows his role and position. Things are clear.