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BMW drivers strive for more

BMW believes that it has the perfect blend of experience and youthful talent in its driver line-up to move the team up the grid. BMW motorsport director Mario Theissen believes that whilst Nick Heidfeld, who turns 30 this year, is the right man to lead the team, Robert Kubica, who came third in only his third Grand Prix last season at Monza, is only going to get better. Furthermore, with talented youngsters Sebastian Vettel and Timo Glock waiting in the wings, the future looks bright for the Hinwil-based team.

"We are very satisfied with our line-up. Nick is our experienced man. He is fast and reliable, and has the know-how to take the team forward. All that makes him a firm fixture and an important reference point for the technicians and the other drivers," said Theissen.

"Robert has already proved how fast he is, and he will catch up on the experience front. The two of them work well together and engage in healthy competition out on the track. As for Sebastian, we will be giving him the opportunity to drive on Fridays as well. He will learn from the other two. We will be further supported by Timo, who is not only fast but has also built up a great deal of experience already," he added.

Heidfeld, who picked up the most points for the team in 2006, says: "After our good maiden season we now have to continue along our set path. But one can't expect too much, because the higher you go, the more rarefied the atmosphere. In our first year we collected 36 points and came fifth in the world championship. But the fourth-placed team had 86 points. That's worlds apart."

Kubica says: "I learnt a lot in 2006 and I want to put it into practice in 2007 and learn more. To stand on the podium for the first time after a Formula One race was an incredible experience. I want more of it."  

Vettel outlines his task: "The better I get to know the car and the team, the more I can support them through my test work. I will make every effort to do as much groundwork as possible for Nick and Robert."

Glock emphasises: "Driving a Formula One race car is the ultimate goal for a racing driver. The two tests at the end of 2006 were tremendous fun. Now I'm looking forward to the F1.07."

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