Michael Schumacher says that his third place in practice for the Italian Grand Prix is encouraging, but that he won't know if it's genuine until qualifying.
The high-speed nature of the Monza circuit is expected to suit Mercedes, but Schumacher played down any chances of challenging the top three teams before practice, saying that "the gap is too big". After finishing FP2 just 0.3s off the pace of Sebastian Vettel, Schumacher admitted that the signs ahead of the rest of the weekend were positive.
"In terms of the character of the circuit, we are usually good on braking and traction, and there are not so many of the medium and high-speed corners in which we have not been so strong this year," Schumacher said. "It certainly looks good in terms of my position today, and I'm pleased with that; but we will only find out tomorrow what it is really worth."
Schumacher also said that he was enjoying the atmosphere when out on track, and that after such a successful Ferrari career it felt like a home grand prix.
"It's always a special feeling to be here in Monza. It began yesterday when I did my lap of the circuit, saw the tifosi and enjoyed the particular atmosphere of this track. Then going out in the car today, it's nice to feel what comes across from the fans - it reminds me of being at my home races."
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