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Following his Rally GB win, six-time World Rally Champion Sebastien Loeb conducted an interview with French newspaper L’Equipe where he answered questions from his fellow rivals and Citroen team members.
The exchange appears on the Loeb's website; here are some highlights from the interview where the Frenchman admitted that his favourite car is, without surprise, the C4.
Ford driver Mikko Hirvonen, who finished one point behind Loeb this season, asked if his rival intended to clinch a seventh world crown next year: "I have the intention, yes, but Mikko is becoming harder to beat!"
Citroen Junior Team Sebastien Ogier wanted to know if Loeb was tired of winning all the time: "No. And that one's still a bit too young. He has to wait a bit before winning."
Teammate Dani Sordo inquired as to the secret behind Loeb's speed: "Frankly, Dani shouldn't ask himself such questions. He doesn't need to worry, his maiden victory is near."
Citroen Racing boss Olivier Quesnel wondered if this year's drivers' crown was his best ever: "I've always said that my best title was the first one because it was the achievement of a dream and of a career. But sportingly speaking, it's this one, my sixth, which is the best. And I feel super happy!"
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Long-time co-driver Daniel Elena asked if Loeb would finally agree to switch places with him at some point: "No, impossible.I've done plenty of rallies with you, but on the good side (of the car), when I drive. So no, it's no. Generally speaking, I don't like riding next to someone who drives fast. Sordo tried to get me aboard 30,00 times, I never wanted to despite having confidence in him. On the road, I easily climb aboard with anyone, as long as the guy isn't trying to impress me."
An unidentified Citroen mechanic was interested in knowing which of Loeb's cars is considered a personal favourite: "It's hard to compare cars, not two drive the same. It's true that driving on a circuit or in F1 is extraordinary, but I'll say the C4 since I've completed so many kilometres with it... It's a car which I can do so many things with. Yes, the C4. Now it's a part of me, I am one with it."
When Ford Team Principal Malcolm Wilson asked Loeb when will he ever slow down, the six-time champion goodheartedly yet mischievously replied: "When I drive a Ford."
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