You had to decompress the pressure before the race. I taught my heart to relax. I lay down before the race. It gave me more energy just before the race.

More Quotes by Emerson Fittipaldi

A racing driver has to be a good driver.

I am very happy because motor racing is very important outside the states, very big all over the world.

When I came to America Al Unser, Jr. was very difficult. And Bobby Unser.

The racing driver's mind has to have the ability to have amazing anticipation, coordination, and reflex. Because of the speed the car goes.

Also, I am very religious. It gave me peace of mind all my career.

Gary Smith, when I came to America, taught me a great deal about racing.