Nico Rosberg Uncovered
04 May 07
A lot has been written in the press about Nico Rosberg since he debuted in Formula One last season and became one of the hottest properties in the sport. But what are Nico’s favourite things away from the race track? Find out where Nico prefers to spend his holidays, what prizes he won in school and what he’s really scared of right here….
What car do you drive?
An Audi RS6
Did you have a childhood hero?
Mika Häkkinen
Do you have a sporting hero now?
Lance Armstrong
Did you win any prizes at school?
I won one for running once
Who is your favourite band?
3 Doors Down
What is your favourite film of all time?
At the moment, Inside Man
And who is your favourite actor?
Mel Gibson
Can you remember what the first album was you ever bought?
The Lion King, when I was six year old
What things do you enjoy most away from the track?
Anything to do with sport, tennis and football especially
If you could do any job in the world, apart from being a racing driver, what would it be?
I’d definitely be a soccer player
What’s been the most memorable race of your career?
The final round of the GP2 series in 2005, and partying with my team after winning the Championship
The most frustrating moment of your career?
Pau 2003. My engine broke while I was in the lead
Where do you keep your trophies?
All over the place!
Do you have any pets?
I have a labrador called Teddy
Did you have a favourite toy when you were a child?
My racing car built from LEGO
Have you ever bought or sold anything on eBay?
I sold my mobile phone a while ago
What’s the coolest hotel you’ve ever stayed in?
Soneva Fushi in the Maldives, it was great
Do you have a dream holiday destination?
Ibiza
Is there anywhere in the world you haven’t been that you’d really like to visit?
South Africa
Your dream dinner party guests?
The models that were running down the catwalk for the Victoria Secrets show last night on TV!
Blondes or brunettes?
Brunettes
Who’s the coolest celebrity you’ve ever met?
Jamiroquai
What’s your worst habit?
Losing things when I really need them
What are you scared of?
Heights
What’s the best freebie you’ve ever been given?
A cross country skiing kit
How good is your eye sight?
Like an eagle!
What do you look for in the ladies?
A pretty face, a rather healthy top circumference and honesty!
Do you have any brothers and sisters?
Nope, it’s just me
What are your favourite shows on TV?
Prison Break and 24
What were your best subjects in school?
Maths and physics
What best describes your personality?
I’m honest and competitive
Do you speak any languages?
A few! German, French, Italian, English and I’m pushing hard on the Spanish
What’s your favourite food?
Italian! Especially ravioli a la panna with some ketchup and lettuce on the top and then sprinkled with parmesan
And your least favourite food?
Frogs legs!
What music do you listen to?
U2, Bob Marley, Jack Johnson - quite a variety as you can see
The best piece of advice anyone has ever given you?
Separate in peace because you always meet twice in life
Posted at 12:01pm on 04 May 07
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