Star Driver of the Month

SEAT’s Yvan Muller secured his first world title this season as he was crowned 2008 WTCC Champion. The Frenchman beat team-mate Gabriele Tarquini by 26 points after a fantastic year that saw him secure three wins and nine podium finishes. With only two non-points scoring rounds during the entire 24-race season, Muller claimed more point-finishes than any other driver.

After missing out on the title at the last WTCC round in 2007, Muller was not going to let his guard slip until he had secured this year’s title.

“One year ago I came to Macau and I was very sad. Finally one year later I am here on top of the world!” said a relieved Muller. “Race one was tough; I kept thinking that bad luck would come. I had to defend my position and was under so much pressure as I was fighting for the title. I kept telling people that the championship was not important to me as I didn’t want to build my hopes up. To win is unbelievable! Last year I was so frustrated, but we got it this year!”