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Heidfeld's spirits high for home race

Nick Heidfeld heads to his home Grand Prix in Germany next week lifted by a strong drive in the British Grand Prix that saw him bounce back from a string of disappointing results to finish second.

"I'm really looking forward to my home grand prix," Heidfeld said. "Hockenheim is a very special race for the whole team, while a lot of Swiss fans have traditionally made the trip across the border to give their support. I personally have a lot of good memories of the Hockenheimring, especially the old circuit with its long straights through the forest."

"Those sections were really unmistakeable, but the new track is, of course, significantly safer and better for the spectators - and I appreciate it for those reasons," he added. "Plus, a good overtaking opportunity has been created in the Parabolika. I've driven at Hockenheim in Formula Ford, Formula 3, Formula 3000 and Formula One, and can't wait for this grand prix."

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