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Having competed themselves, my father and my uncle are very passionate about motorsport, so I inherited it from them.

Winning the Indy 500 in 1995 and the Formula 1 championship in 1997 are very special moments for me, and the people in NASCAR show me respect for what I've achieved so far in my career.

Since I was kid, what's drawn me to racing is the feeling inside of me, the passion I have for the sport, the feeling I have while competing and doing what I do in a car, on a bike, whatever it's been.

I've had an incredible life with a lot of triumphs, my share of heartbreak, and some pretty amazing experiences.

I've been in motorsport my whole life since I was eight years of age.

My extensive career, with its victories and defeats, championships, etc., has been well documented. My entire life has been focused on being the best race car driver I can be.

I've always had a fascination with cars and racing, not that I've ever competed.

I've decided to retire from top class racing. It has been an incredible experience and has provided with me some unforgettable moments.

I felt very honored, and I knew that people would be watching very closely, and I felt it was very, very important that I do a good job.

The sport I love has taken me around the world and shown me many things.