Turkey: Jenson Button returns from the whirlwind

By Phil Huff
August 23 2006

Fresh from winning in Hungary, and some serious partying in Ibiza, Jenson Button arrives in Turkey in bullish mood, confident of a good result - even if it's a bit short of another win.

"It feels like it's been a complete whirlwind since our first win together two weeks ago," exclaims Button, "but now that I've had the chance to celebrate properly and a week or so of rest and relaxation, I'm ready to get back in the car again and make the most of the remaining five races.

"There have been some very special moments over the past couple of weeks and I'll remember those for ever but it's time now to crack on with the Turkish Grand Prix and the rest of the season."

Despite taking Jenson six years to score a win, and the team seven years, there was never any doubt it would happen. Now the proof has been delivered, it's made life easier in the team.

"In Hungary, everything came together for us when it counted and it has given the whole team renewed motivation," explains Jenson. "We never doubted our potential but now we know we are winners. There are likely to be challenging times again over the coming races but our car is well-suited to the Istanbul Park Circuit and we are capable of a good result there. I really enjoyed the circuit last year and had a good race so I'm looking forward to the weekend."