Mercedes driver Michael Schumacher says that he is feeling "extra-motivated" for the inaugural Indian Grand Prix next weekend, looking to get back on track after the disappointing end to his last outing at the Korean GP.
Schumacher's Korean race ended in retirement after he was hit by the Renault of Vitaly Petrov midway through the race, breaking his rear wing.
And after that disappointment, Schumacher sais that he now has even more motivation for a strong performance as F1 prepares for its first foray to India.
"There has been a lot of interest in the build-up to the event, and therefore hopefully we will entertain a lot of new fans in India," the seven-time champion grinned.
"I've always been happy to welcome new tracks on the calendar and enjoy the challenge of adapting to them."
He added: "The outcome of the last race in Korea was unlucky for us, therefore I am extra-motivated to score some points next weekend, and reward the good work of the team."
His team mate Nico Rosberg, who scored points in Korea with 8th place, added that he was hopeful that he could enjoy another race fighting with the frontrunners.
"I hope the first race in India will be a great show for all motorsport fans there, and a big success," the younger German grinned.
"I enjoy going to new tracks for the first time as I tend to learn them quickly, and it will be very interesting to set the car up as there will be so many unknown points.
"I hope to be able to fight in amongst the top six cars again, like during the last race in Korea, but this time hopefully I will be able to stay ahead of one of them until the end of the race."
Team boss Ross Brawn added: "The Indian Grand Prix will be a new adventure for Formula One, and we are all looking forward to experiencing the country and the Buddh International Circuit for the first time next week.
"The circuit itself looks to be an interesting challenge and we have been preparing back at the factory with circuit maps, simulations and models.
"You can do a great deal of work beforehand but nothing replicates the feedback from the drivers on their first laps out on the new circuit on Friday."
He added that the team's main aim for the rest of the season would be to secure as many points as possible. Which seems to be slightly self-explanatory.
"With just three races remaining, we will be aiming to finish the season on a high and pushing hard to score good points at each one," he grinned.
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