20.10.2003 POST RACE REACTION FROM THE CHAMPIONSHIP WINNING AUTODELTA TEAM

James THOMPSON, Alfa Romeo Autodelta; 1st in Race 1: “It’s been fantastic. Obviously I came across in 2001 to support Gabriele with the Honda, and at the time we did not manage to do it. So it’s been fantastic to come here and to Estoril and to finally feel we’ve contributed a little to help him win the Championship. So I’m very pleased. It was quite tough because I’ve never been to Monza before, so it was nice to come and learn a new circuit and put in a new showing.

"I’m disappointed for Roberto (Colciago) of course, but I’ll take a win anyway it comes. I think Monza suits racing; there is a big gain from the slipstream and it was a fantastic battle at the front of the field. It’s been a fantastic race weekend.”

Mauro SIPSZ, Alfa Romeo N.technology chairman: “This is the seventh consecutive title in Touring Cars for us. I am very happy for the drivers, but also for my people in the factory, because they work hard, and this victory is important for them.

"Yesterday I was not so happy but the people worked hard all night to ensure this result.”