A leading competitor dismissed suggestions that a ​shift in mindset ‌contributed to their ‍recent success, attributing it primarily ⁣to hard work and a​ strong ⁢team.⁤ The individual, whose name has not been publicly ‌released, stated, “That’s certainly not true. I definitely wouldn’t put it down to that. I would put it more down⁣ to just ‌having worked hard and⁤ having a ‌very good team around me. I’d put 99% of it ‍down to⁤ that, 1% a​ mix of various different things.⁣ But most results ​coming⁣ from work done​ rather than⁣ mentality or ⁣things.”

The competitor also indicated ‌they are not actively focusing on their current position at the top of the championship standings, a lead ‌they’ve held‍ as the fourth ‌race of the season. They stated they only ⁤acknowledge the ‍lead when it is pointed out by others. “I don’t think‍ in terms of races and achieving the actual dream of‍ being a champion, I still at the minute don’t feel ⁤any difference. I ​think nothing’s completed, nothing’s done,” ⁣they said.

Despite holding a meaningful lead,the competitor emphasized that the championship is⁣ far from decided. With over 120‍ points still‌ available, they maintain ⁤a ‍focus on winning each ‌upcoming race. “There’s still, what,⁢ over 120 points or something ‌available, so it doesn’t mean anything ‍still temporarily.⁤ It’s‌ a nice thoght, again, to look on and​ think about, but or else it’s nice ⁣to be there, but to win next⁢ weekend and win the final race, that’s ‌still my ‍goal.”