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Ralf expects better performance in Monaco

Ralf Schumacher believes the Monaco Grand Prix should be better than his race in Spain. The Toyota driver was forced to retire at Circuit de Catalunya due to problems with his car.

Looking ahead of next weekends Grand Prix in Monaco Ralf Schumacher said: "Spain was a disappointing weekend for me so obviously I am going to Monaco looking for a big improvement.

"Our car has improved, even if that was not clear from my results in qualifying or the race, but we still have work to do and we will be pushing hard for a better result in Monaco. It is always a great challenge to race at Monaco with the narrow streets and barriers so close. It's a tough race physically and mentally because you cannot afford even the smallest mistake. Overtaking is nearly impossible so qualifying will be very important."

Schumacher realises it will be important to perform well in qualifying. "I have good memories of taking pole position in Monaco in the past so our first goal will be to qualify as high as possible to give me the best chance of a strong result. My aim for the weekend has to be to score points again and I am optimistic we have a good chance," he said.

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