August News 2003
   
Monday August 25, 2003
Michael 'We will attack again'
As a driver, Michael Schumacher has learnt a lot in a career rich in success, but also marked by a few difficult moments. He  has  definitely  learnt  to  stay  calm  in   critical   times. Therefore, after the Hungarian Grand Prix weekend, where everything   that  could go wrong did,  the  World  Champion prefers  to  look  ahead  rather  than  back.
"The  2003  Formula 1  season  is  now  entering its decisive phase, with three drivers  very  close  in  the order, so from now  on   we  must  concentrate  very  hard.   Budapest  was a  negative  weekend  and  obviously,  after the race,  I was pretty  disappointed,  especially  as  I  expected more after practice   on  Friday   and  Saturday,"   explained   Michael. "Unfortunately,  a  few  things  went   wrong  in  qualifying and the race, so we were unable to show  our true potential. However, I am convinced that we can still get a lot more out of our package and we will try and do  that in the remaining races. "In the first week of September, we have an intensive test programme  to undertake with lots of things to try out in all areas.  Our  team is strong and united, so I am confident. You can feel  that  everyone  is  motivated  to  do  their best in  this  fight  for  the title.  Team spirit is one of our strong points. Like everyone in the team,  I  believe  in  our ability."
The  testing  ban  continues  this  week  and  like  the  other Formula 1 drivers, Michael will be able to spend a few days relaxing with his family. Starting next Tuesday, the German will  take  part  in  testing  at  Monza,  before  heading  for the  Nurburgrinig  and  that  Sunday’s  Michael Schumacher Fan Day,  along  with  all  his  fans.
It is understandable  that Michael is really keen to get back to work behind the wheel.  "We  will work hard and prepare for the final three races,"  said Michael. "The title race has become  very  close.  I  have  never shied away from a fight and  even  now  I  am  ready  to  fight  for the championship. I am  convinced   we  will   make  significant   progress  and we  will  be  able  to  attack  again."