Q&A WITH ANTHONY DAVIDSON, SAF1 TEAM DRIVER 2007-2008
Q: Ant, what was your initial reaction when you heard
the news about the team?
Anthony Davidson: It wasn't a complete shock as we have all
known how difficult things have been, but I'm obviously really
disappointed that the team is unable to see out the rest of
the season and beyond, and gutted not just for myself but
for all the guys at the factory who have worked so hard.
Q: Have you spoken to the team since the news broke?
AD: Yes, I spoke to my engineer and a few people at the team
this morning, and I have been at the factory in Leafield today.
Q: Looking over your time at the team, what have
been the best moments, and the worst, other than our recent
news?
AD: There have been a lot of good moments - being on the
grid in Melbourne for the first time last year having waited
so long for a race drive, and some very strong qualifying
performances would be among my favourites. The worst moment
was hearing that the team was withdrawing, and of course the
infamous ground hog which cost me a top five result...
Q: What do you think made SAF1 TEAM so special?
AD: It was a small team, but with a lot of passion. The team
has always worked incredibly hard, and I think this year the
guys showed great dedication and loyalty to keep fighting
especially given the uncertainty over the future.
Q: What is in store for you now?
AD: After several years as a test driver in F1 I’m
glad that I had the chance to show that I can race and to
prove my speed, and I’m grateful to the team and Honda
for the opportunity. Although it's a difficult time of the
year to find an alternative option as most plans are finalised
and the season is well underway, I’m glad I took the
opportunity to compete again this year and strongly believe
that I have unfinished business in Formula One.
Q: And finally Ant, SAF1 Team fans in their thousands
have sent messages of good will and support to the team in
Leafield. Do you have a message for the SAF1 Team fans around
the world?
AD: The SAF1 TEAM fans have always been brilliant and I would
like to thank them for their incredible support. The many
messages that we have received have been very much appreciated.
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