Jackie Stewart tips Rubens for title...
Three times Formula One World Champion Sir Jackie Stewart reckons that Rubens Barrichello might just win the title this year.
Stewart, who was Rubens' boss when the Brazilian drove for Stewart Grand Prix between 1997-1999, told British newspaper The Sunday Mirror: "I thought Rubens drove tremendously last season - as well as, if not better than, Michael. And I sense he has acquired the mental toughness any driver needs to succeed at this level.
Three times Formula One World Champion Sir Jackie Stewart reckons that Rubens Barrichello might just win the title this year.
Stewart, who was Rubens' boss when the Brazilian drove for Stewart Grand Prix between 1997-1999, told British newspaper The Sunday Mirror: "I thought Rubens drove tremendously last season - as well as, if not better than, Michael. And I sense he has acquired the mental toughness any driver needs to succeed at this level.
"The problem, of course, is that while Michael is there he is the number 1. It is very much down to Ferrari [if they are to let Rubens go for the title]."
The Scot added: "I know Rubens well. He is a good man as well as a very talented racing driver. I know you will get the best out of him if he feels he is getting the support and opportunity he needs.
"Of course, Michael has to start favourite and it would be very difficult for Rubens or anyone else to buck the trend, but you never know. Stranger things have happened."
Barrichello finished second in the championship last season, scoring 77 points and winning four races. Michael meanwhile took the title with 11 wins and 144 points - almost double that of his team-mate.
