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Q&A
Q) How has testing gone so far for you in GP2 Asia?
I missed the first morning of tests because I was travelling back from
Zandvoort where I took my first ever podium in A1 Grand Prix for Team A1
New Zealand. Of course, I am very happy after my first test and experience
at the wheel of a GP2 Asia series car. It is easy to drive and seems like
it will be a lot of fun to race with a lot more grip and down-force. It's
nothing like the cars I have driven until now. I am very excited to be
driving for a team I know well again!
Q) How did you come to GP2 Asia?
Peter Thompson phoned me and asked me if I would be tempted by a new
experience in an excellent championship. The reputation of Meritus in Asia
is second to none and I did not hesitate for a moment.
Q) Looking at the calendar this season, which circuits will you enjoy
racing on most?
I'm excited to drive at Sepang again. Even if you know the track there, it
is still very hard with the corners and the heat. It's a very challenging
track. I'm also expecting to have a good race in Dubai. It will be new for
me. I know the other tracks. I'm determined to get on the podium again in
at least those races!
One on one with Earl Bamber
Q When was last time that you drove a racing car?
Not long ago - it was last weekend (October 4-5, 2008) in Zandvoort and I
will
never forget my podium.
Q How did you get involved with GP2 Asia?
It was quite natural because I have known the Meritus team and Peter
Thompson for a long time since we have been Formula BMW Asia Champions
together in 2006.
Q Will you be ready for the start of the season?
I hope so! I am just starting to learn the car and how best to set it up.
Q Tell us about your fitness training schedule
I have a trainer at home, Stewart, and I regularly follow his program. It
is very important.
Q How do you prepare for each race, mentally and physically?
I am very focused.
Q Do you have any superstitions before a race?
Not any more, but I used to be superstitious. I suppose that with
experience you get more confident and there are a few things that you do
not need to have around you to make yourself comfortable. For instance I
used to place my helmet always in the same position on the bench in the
pits, but now I'm a bit more relaxed about these things!
Q What is your best racing memory?
My best memory would be the race I won in Imola in the Formula Master
championship.
Q Where else are you racing this year?
The V6 Renault Asia Chamionship and we are the leading team for now.
Q What is your diet like?
I stay away from junk food. It is important to eat well and to have energy.
Q What is your best quality?
I do not know but maybe, I am persistent.
Q What is your best racing quality?
I have a great determination.
Q What you hate the most?
Yellow flags on a race track in qualifying.
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