'I'm aiming for the stars - my biggest ambition is to be champion'

What advice would you give your ten-year-old self?
I suppose this isn't just for racing but for all walks of life: surround yourself by successful people, shut your mouth and listen.

If you could play any other sport professionally, which would it be and why?
A Formula One driver or professional bull rider. It would have to be a high-adrenaline sport.

What do you think racing does best?
A lot of people make out it is all about the big teams but there is a fantastic platform for underdogs. I have done well for some small teams during the summer, and for the small man who works hard there is a great platform for them to be successful.