Formula 1: Interview With Toyota’s Jarno Trulli
May 22, 2008
Toyota Racing
Question: Jarno, Monaco must hold sweet memories for you as it was here in 2004 that you won your first Formula One race…
Jarno Trulli: It’s a dream for any driver to win his first Grand Prix and the way I won, dominating both qualifying and the race, gave me a lot of satisfaction. I can’t say why I’ve generally gone so well here in the past but Monaco is obviously one of my favourite tracks and a place where the driver probably makes more of a difference than anywhere else. It is a great event with a fantastic atmosphere and I have some special memories.
Question: This track has proven in that past that it can turn the grid hierarchy upside down. Could you be a winner in this year’s ‘shake-up’?
Jarno Trulli: The great thing about Monaco is you never know what will happen. We have seen some really unpredictable results here in the past, but that is the point; they are unpredictable so I can’t say what might happen. Obviously, I would love to win again in Monaco but I am not expecting it this year.
Question: And how do you believe the TF108 will perform on the narrow streets of the Principality?
Jarno Trulli: As usual I am optimistic. The top three teams are ahead of us and we are in a tough fight with Red Bull and Renault, so we have to work hard but we are aiming for points, that’s for sure.
Question: Looking at the drivers’ standings you are tied with Fernando Alonso on nine points apiece, so the drivers’ battle also rages in the midfield. Can you keep moving up the ladder?
Jarno Trulli: I certainly hope to. As you say, it is a really close fight and small issues can make a big difference to the end result. I think it will be nearly impossible to finish in the top six in the championship but we will fight for the best possible result.
