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Barrichello urges against expectations

Rubens Barrichello has warned his fans against making any grand predictions about Honda's performance level this season after the team launched its new RA108 this morning.

"I had the opportunity to drive the RA108 for the first time in Valencia last week and although I ran for just a few laps in the new car, we were able to complete the planned activity," Barrichello said. "It is too soon to reach any conclusions about the car's handling and performance, but I am looking forward to the Barcelona test this coming weekend and really getting to grips with the development of the RA108."

"This year will be my 16th season in Formula One and my third season with Honda, but my love of the sport and my enthusiasm is undiminished," he added. "In fact, this year I will become the most experienced Grand Prix racer of all time, which is something that I am very proud of. We have a very strong development base this year with Alex Wurz joining the team and I am really pleased that he will be able to input his experience and knowledge into the RA108."

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