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Heidfeld already looking forward to Melbourne

Nick Heidfeld and the BMW Sauber F1 team showed the team is keen to continue its strong performance from last season heading into the 2008 Formula 1 season. As the last week of testing finished on Wednesday Heidfeld is already excited about the upcoming opening race in Melbourne in less than three weeks from now.

Speaking about the opening race Heidfeld said: "The opening race of the season is always something special. I like the Melbourne circuit, as it has a character very much of its own - a cross between a street circuit and a permanent race track. As the circuit is not constantly used for racing, grip levels are extremely low particularly during the initial practice sessions. With no traction control or engine braking control it will certainly be a big challenge.

"Added to which, the weather has sometimes come up with the odd surprise in the past. For me, there is the extra attraction that Australia is my favourite travel destination, and I'll have a couple of days' holiday there before the race. Basically, I'm just really looking forward to the season finally getting underway."

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