I am focused on racing. I enjoy it. It's a great feeling to be back fighting for the title.

I am completely focused on being strong, riding fast, and enjoying myself. With the new generation of riders, only the chronometer counts. I need to be faster than them on track.

I have always challenged myself and it's also important to learn from the rivals. Every rider has his own style, and you have to count on some elements that cannot be changed. On the contrary, the bike or the tires can change and it's important to adapt yourself. It's up to the rider to understand what he can change and how much he can adapt.

Fortunately during my career I have won more or less everything, so I need to enjoy it to have the right motivation.

I'm really happy, and beating Marc [Marquez] at the very last chicane gives me an extra boost.

Riding a race bike is an art - a thing that you do because you feel something inside.

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