Zoo discussion seems to suggest that these are desperate times Mercedes driver Michael Schumacher. Difficult for a return in 2010, has become even worse in 2011, in Germany earn only six points in the first four races. But even if it is true that things have not gone exactly as planned, the debate between the seven-time world champion and the Mercedes-Benz Motorsport Norbert Haug, vice-president was far from disturbed. In reality, the dream is still alive ...
Q: Is this the partnership between Schumacher and Mercedes, a big mistake?
Norbert Haug: "Why? What kind of question is that?
Q: As a partnership between the manufacturer of expensive cars and most successful driver of all time has been unsuccessful. The eighth, ninth and 12th places in four races this season may not be satisfactory ...
Michael Schumacher: "Obviously, we would have liked a more rapid development - and a faster swing on the road to victory - after Ross (Brawn) has won two titles in 2009. But it was the exception to the rule. I found the time to understand that it takes at least three years to grow a team in the top.
NH: Three to five years.
Q: When Michael reached with Mercedes and a half years ago, Daimler, Dieter Zetsche, CEO spoke of a German national team in Formula One, which "race wins and titles ...
NH: It was and is still valid. But any attempt to define the length of time would be doubtful. We've built our team around performance measures revolutionary new, so we - and our millions of fans - should still be a little more patient. In the long term, I know we will benefit enormously from our ideas and concepts.
MS: ... and I am sure to finish on the podium this season.
Q: But would not fans patience 'out? Barcelona is the place to finally cut the knot?
MS: There is no node that has been cut. I know that good things come to those who wait. I am sure that we are on track and that we will do everything to succeed in the end.
Q: Despite his team of Ross Brawn, who sailed with you for seven titles, said he still needed a piece that will transform your old self again. What part is it?
MS: Probably the last year I was not where I wanted to be. But this year, I would say that nothing is missing. All the ingredients for success are here - now we have to organize and optimize them. So we're on the road, like Red Bull is now. I know we will.
NH: There is sufficient knowledge in the team and there is no shortage of advice from all kinds of spectators. (Laughter)
MS: It's true. But I have not read these things. I know that many on there mouthing off to me, but I've been in business long enough to know what is really important - to remain calm and act purposefully, to get what we want.
Q: Is not it time is running out?
MS: No, because we are in the right direction ...
NH: ... and would be entirely counterproductive if we hit each other head, rather than be caught up together to find solutions. We much prefer to criticize each other in a constructive way ...
MS: ... and mutually supportive. If managed well, do not receive a text message from Norbert. Only when this does not work so well, then immediately I get a message from him on my phone! (Laughter)
NH: In a word, a true friendship.
Q: So, your friendship has not suffered over the past eighteen years?
MS: I can not answer that, when a definite no. We have both been in Formula One 20-odd years and have known each other 25 years. We're both the real fighters, a huge amount of F1 experience to understand that success is teamwork. The word "together" is the key to success. So we stick with ups and downs.
NH: You know what friendship is when it becomes difficult and you always have each other. Otherwise, friendship is just a word.
MS: I've spent this first Ferrari and difficult times, we have strong. Then you know if the friendship is deeper than the skin.
Q: Which party is better - a Ferrari or a Mercedes?
MS: (Laughs) I hope we meet soon. I am very interested in making a comparison.
NH: Ferrari celebrates fine. Michael and Ferrari very often when they invited me celebrated a victory. I remember the wonderful stories ...
Q: Can you come up with a story together?
MS: I could fill a book with stories, but some are not fully evaluated the family!
NH: I promise you that we will make a great story is part of our first win, so be patient and stay tuned.
Q: We hope not to be sick for too long ...
MS: Actually, everything happens so quickly in Formula One if I have a good career here, who cares about Turkey two weeks ago? You must free your mind and not think about what might have been. It is useless to look back. We need to focus all your energy on your goals.
Q: Formula One Bernie Ecclestone, CEO, would be nice to see you again in a place where they were able to fight to win Sebastian Vettel ...
MS: Believe me, I would too! (Laughs)
Q: How long is the collaboration of the Mercedes / Michael Schumacher has gone?
NH: very long time. In 1993, we had the opportunity to sign him, Sauber, because it was one of the factors of success of Mercedes-Junior. But Michael was too good for us at that time. Just two years later won the World Championship with Benetton and moved to Ferrari in 1996. But it was always in our minds, and together one day.
MS: So we're all going to go ahead. I found my way back to Mercedes, where it all began for me. Now we work together and build something fundamental. Mercedes has played an important role in me entering Formula One and I want to pay as much as possible. The best way is to win.
Q: Is this the partnership between Schumacher and Mercedes, a big mistake?
Norbert Haug: "Why? What kind of question is that?
Q: As a partnership between the manufacturer of expensive cars and most successful driver of all time has been unsuccessful. The eighth, ninth and 12th places in four races this season may not be satisfactory ...
Michael Schumacher: "Obviously, we would have liked a more rapid development - and a faster swing on the road to victory - after Ross (Brawn) has won two titles in 2009. But it was the exception to the rule. I found the time to understand that it takes at least three years to grow a team in the top.
NH: Three to five years.
Q: When Michael reached with Mercedes and a half years ago, Daimler, Dieter Zetsche, CEO spoke of a German national team in Formula One, which "race wins and titles ...
NH: It was and is still valid. But any attempt to define the length of time would be doubtful. We've built our team around performance measures revolutionary new, so we - and our millions of fans - should still be a little more patient. In the long term, I know we will benefit enormously from our ideas and concepts.
MS: ... and I am sure to finish on the podium this season.
Q: But would not fans patience 'out? Barcelona is the place to finally cut the knot?
MS: There is no node that has been cut. I know that good things come to those who wait. I am sure that we are on track and that we will do everything to succeed in the end.
Q: Despite his team of Ross Brawn, who sailed with you for seven titles, said he still needed a piece that will transform your old self again. What part is it?
MS: Probably the last year I was not where I wanted to be. But this year, I would say that nothing is missing. All the ingredients for success are here - now we have to organize and optimize them. So we're on the road, like Red Bull is now. I know we will.
NH: There is sufficient knowledge in the team and there is no shortage of advice from all kinds of spectators. (Laughter)
MS: It's true. But I have not read these things. I know that many on there mouthing off to me, but I've been in business long enough to know what is really important - to remain calm and act purposefully, to get what we want.
Q: Is not it time is running out?
MS: No, because we are in the right direction ...
NH: ... and would be entirely counterproductive if we hit each other head, rather than be caught up together to find solutions. We much prefer to criticize each other in a constructive way ...
MS: ... and mutually supportive. If managed well, do not receive a text message from Norbert. Only when this does not work so well, then immediately I get a message from him on my phone! (Laughter)
NH: In a word, a true friendship.
Q: So, your friendship has not suffered over the past eighteen years?
MS: I can not answer that, when a definite no. We have both been in Formula One 20-odd years and have known each other 25 years. We're both the real fighters, a huge amount of F1 experience to understand that success is teamwork. The word "together" is the key to success. So we stick with ups and downs.
NH: You know what friendship is when it becomes difficult and you always have each other. Otherwise, friendship is just a word.
MS: I've spent this first Ferrari and difficult times, we have strong. Then you know if the friendship is deeper than the skin.
Q: Which party is better - a Ferrari or a Mercedes?
MS: (Laughs) I hope we meet soon. I am very interested in making a comparison.
NH: Ferrari celebrates fine. Michael and Ferrari very often when they invited me celebrated a victory. I remember the wonderful stories ...
Q: Can you come up with a story together?
MS: I could fill a book with stories, but some are not fully evaluated the family!
NH: I promise you that we will make a great story is part of our first win, so be patient and stay tuned.
Q: We hope not to be sick for too long ...
MS: Actually, everything happens so quickly in Formula One if I have a good career here, who cares about Turkey two weeks ago? You must free your mind and not think about what might have been. It is useless to look back. We need to focus all your energy on your goals.
Q: Formula One Bernie Ecclestone, CEO, would be nice to see you again in a place where they were able to fight to win Sebastian Vettel ...
MS: Believe me, I would too! (Laughs)
Q: How long is the collaboration of the Mercedes / Michael Schumacher has gone?
NH: very long time. In 1993, we had the opportunity to sign him, Sauber, because it was one of the factors of success of Mercedes-Junior. But Michael was too good for us at that time. Just two years later won the World Championship with Benetton and moved to Ferrari in 1996. But it was always in our minds, and together one day.
MS: So we're all going to go ahead. I found my way back to Mercedes, where it all began for me. Now we work together and build something fundamental. Mercedes has played an important role in me entering Formula One and I want to pay as much as possible. The best way is to win.
