Red Bull Brazilian GP Driver Preview

Sebastian and Mark share their views on the final Grand Prix of the 2011 season.

Sebastian Vettel

“Brazil is going to be exciting because I nterlagos is known for its passionate fans, anti-clockwise driving and the extreme altitude of the track. Sao Paulo is about 1000 metres above sea level, which costs us some power. The long left corners are a strain on our neck muscles because the track is anti-clockwise, which is opposite to normal. That’s why I usually do some special training before Sao Paulo to get my muscles used to it. One of the best overtaking places is in the first chicane, the so-called Senna S. It’s perfect for braking as you can drive in the slipstream of the car in front, to be able to pass. One important thing is, if it rains, which is certainly possible in Sao Paulo, aquaplaning   can be extreme here.”

Mark Webber

“Brazil is one of the best races of the year. It’s a track which reminds me of Brands Hatch and the Formula Ford racing there because it’s a like a bowl in terms of the atmosphere. The Brazilian people love their motorsport and are extremely passionate about it, obviously off the back of Piquet, Senna, Fittipaldi and Rubens – they’ve had some really great drivers. There are nice memories for me from Brazil. I’ve always done well there so I hope  I can get a nice result, it would be a great way to end the season with a good last race.”