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Schumacher looking forward to finale

No stranger to exciting championship showdowns, Michael Schumacher is looking forward to the Brazilian Grand Prix this weekend but will not be travelling to Interlagos, rather watching on TV at home.

Speaking about the last race on the 2007 Formula One calendar Michael Schumacher said: "„The world championship finale in Brazil will be a great battle. I can well think back to the tension a weekend like this one means to the driver, and to be honest I am quite happy to be watching the race from my sofa at home this time. Not only as a fan but more so as a driver you dream of a big fight like this, and it goes without saying that I'm keeping my fingers crossed for Kimi and our team.

"I'm sure it's going to be a thrilling race -- just like the whole year has been, in my opinion, an extremely exciting championship. I was happy to see that no matter what happened we always remained competitive and consistent, despite all the changes within the team and the technical problems we were facing sometimes. The guys have done a great job."

Schumacher furthermore said: "It's now been a full year since I drove my last race and, looking back on that final day in Interlagos, I've got some very good memories that have stayed with me. But all in all, as I've said so many times before, my family and I feel wonderful with the life that we have nowadays."

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