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Honda boss proud of 2007 spirit

Honda heads to South America this week for the climax to the 2007 season. The home grand prix of Honda driver Rubens Barrichello will see the conclusion of one of the most exciting Formula One seasons in recent years and the Honda Racing F1 Team will be hoping to add to its points tally after an strong drive by Jenson Button in Shanghai saw him claim 5th place and crucial points in the penultimate round. 

The team has struggled for the entire season but that hasn't stopped technical boss Shuhei Nakamoto being proud of the team spirit in the face of disappointment.

"The Chinese Grand Prix was a challenging race due to the changeable weather conditions and our drivers lost ground in the early laps as they battled with understeer," said Nakamoto. "We were therefore very pleased to pick up some valuable points due to a good strategy and a great drive from Jenson. Looking ahead to the final race of the season in Brazil, the main challenge at Interlagos is finding the best set-up on this bumpy circuit with its combination of low and high speed corners."

"I am very proud that the team has kept pushing this year and we will be doing our utmost to end the season on a high note," he added.

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