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Question: Michael. In the TV press conference did you say you discussed a situation such as this in the morning and thought it was not necessary?
MS: No we didn't discuss it. This morning I was asked by a journalist whether I would expect any such decision and I said no.

Question: Michael, what is this championship worth now?
MS: I didn't know I am champion yet.

Question: If you win this championship, Michael, what is this championship worth now?
MS: I don't think that is a very nice question to ask now.

Question: Isn't this a sport? Isn't this about motor racing?
MS: (No comment - silence)

Question: Michael. Are you going to return the victory in the next race to Rubens?
I don't think Rubens needs me to return this favour. The way he drives now he is going to win a race sooner or later by himself, without me. But be sure, if he doesn't it will be returned. I was hoping we had the chance already last year, but the way the race went in Suzuka we couldn't, obviously. As I said before I think he is really strong this year and he does it out of his efforts.

Question: Michael. You said if you could reverse it you would. Are you then saying that if the FIA excluded both of you for bringing the sport into disrepute, you would not appeal?
MS: Thank you.

Question: Michael do you want to win the world championship because you are the best racer or because you have got the best contract?
MS: (No comment - silence)