Button: “My 2017? I think I still have something to give."

In 2017 it will have reached 37 springs but Jenson Button he has not the slightest intention of converting to the sofa and slippers.

“Obviously my current performances will influence future choices, however I feel competitive and have good feelings about the growth of the car, so I don't see why I shouldn't get results. Furthermore, next year with the new rules it will be important to have an experienced driver in the team. I'm quite good at setting up so I think I can still help McLaren or any other team” – underlined the Englishman to F1i.com.

Then turning towards the topic of Woking and the difficulties encountered in starting the renewed partnership with the Honda the Frome driver analyzed: “In terms of pace, we have a long way to go and so far we haven't been able to get the most out of the package available, but I'm sure that little by little we will improve. Even if we don't win races already in Monaco you can see us fighting."

Finally teased about the possible loss of motivation in light of a car that has been limping for some time, the 2009 world champion concluded: “It's absurd. I'm here because I love this job. My only desire, like all my colleagues, is to do well, to beat my partner and the others."

Chiara Rainis