Ramsay: I'll be world's number one chef

May 4 2008 By Toby Mcdonald

GORDON RAMSAY is targeting two French rivals in his quest to be the world's best chef.

The fiery Scot wants to topple Joel Robuchon, 63, and Alain Ducasse, 51, who have more Michelin stars than his 12.

Robuchon has 17 stars across his restaurant empire and Ducasse 15.

Ramsay, 41, said: "I can guarantee within 18 months I'll be giving Robuchon a fright. And if he's on 18 Michelin stars, we'll be on 20. Trust me. I will be top."

Ramsay presides over a global business empire with 19 restaurants while also starring on TV.

But the dad-of-three says there are drawbacks to the international success of his Kitchen Nightmares shows.

He said: "You know the weird thing about having it as a success in 117 countries? Every time I go out to dinner, nothing happens for an hour."