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Brawn could hinder themselves, hints Vettel

Sebastian Vettel believes that Red Bull Racing is in with a shot of victory in the Brazilian Grand Prix this weekend as the tension mounts in the Formula One title race. The German, 16 points behind championship leader Jenson Button, is very much the outsider although much is known to happen at Interlagos.

With 2008's last-corner decider one of the most dramatic sporting moments of all time, Brazil's Interlagos circuit demonstrated yet again its ability to throw up fascinating situations as well as unusual results - and with heavy rain expected for the duration of the weekend, such a factor may be just the motivation Vettel requires.

"This circuit should suit us," the Red Bull man said at the venue on Thursday. "You still have a lot of corners where you need the downforce and it seems that is our strength, so we're looking forward to it. On the other hand, you don't really know what to expect as this year has been very much up and down."

Vettel views Brawn's situation as a possible inter-team impediment

The 22-year-old added that KERS-shod cars should enjoy an advantage this weekend - due to their gains in acceleration - but believes that being the sole contender in his team is an aid.

"I think, first of all, it is a good thing not to have the situation they (Brawn) are facing - they have to race each other," Vettel explained. "It's a shame for Mark (Webber) that he is not in the race for the title anymore but we are a very strong team; we are working together hand-in-hand and I think, if the situation should come up, he is the last one to deny any help."

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