The last time around I have seen that many foreigners applaused for the PM was during the 'eventful' closing ceremony of the XVI Commonwealth Games that was held in 1998 - still widely regarded as the BEST Commonwealth Games that has ever been organized. These guys that came from everywhere around the globe really seemed appreciated by the strong effort and mental will of this 'old man' of ours and they gave him a rare standing ovation when the organiser announced our PM, Dr Mahathir will be giving away the prizes to the four men at the podium (Well, with the general election around the corner, this kind of publicity is very 'nutritious' indeed). Sandwitched between the three 'reds', Hakinen seemed exhausted and looked a little 'dejected' over the 'tactical' strategy employed by the duo of Ferraries during the race..