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Mark’s Hockenheim Preview – Returning to Germany
POSTED ON July 22nd, 2010“I have good memories of racing in Germany. I spent a lot of time there when I was driving Mercedes’ sportscars in the late ’90s and, of course, I won my first grand prix at the Nurburgring last year.
“We’re at Hockenheim this year for the first time since 2008 and I expect lap times to be much faster than they were then. The cars have improved a lot, so cornering speeds are going to be much higher, but the new Hockenheim isn’t a patch on the old circuit.
“I never raced on the old track in F1, but I did plenty of miles on it in other formulas. I won a sportscar race there with Mercedes and I’ll never forget a test session we did at the track in preparation for Le Mans. We took out the chicanes to replicate the straights at La Sarthe and we ran flat-out, at 220mph, for two thirds of the lap. And part of the test session took place at night…
“Looking ahead to this weekend, I hope our RB6 will be competitive. It’s been quick at every track this year and I see no reason why we can’t fight for victory on Sunday. To challenge at the front we’ll need to get everything right from first practice onwards because there will be stiff competition, particularly from McLaren and Ferrari.
“A lot could depend on the tyres because Bridgestone are bringing their hardest and softest compounds to the race. Tyre wear with the super-soft could be critical, particularly if the expected rain cleans the track before the race, but I don’t expect the situation to be as hideous as Canada, where the tyres were dropping off after only a few laps.
“Whatever happens, you know I’ll be giving it my best shot. Thanks for your support!”
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Comments
Elton de Oliveira
POSTED July 22nd, 2010
Mark, I just ask you one thing: pls, pls, pls… finish in front of Vettel! Beat him, show him this is YOUR year. Good luck mate! 
FreddieWeb
POSTED July 22nd, 2010
Good luck this weekend. Fingers crossed for you as every race weekend. I hope this race will be less stressful than the last, but I am under no illusions. Do your best, stay out of trouble, and I’m sure you can once again taste the champagne. Especially pay attention to you. Soon.
Mark Warner
POSTED July 23rd, 2010
Go mate, and don’t look back.
Locky
POSTED July 23rd, 2010
You the man – go hard or go home, just watch that first corner
Ozsport_77_fit
POSTED July 23rd, 2010
I’ll be watching good luck!!!
Corbs
POSTED July 23rd, 2010
I’ll look forward to seeing you somewhere on the top 2 steps Webbo, hopefully the top one – give it your best as always and above all, enjoy yourself (not to mention, beat the stooge in the other garage!).
stuart
POSTED July 23rd, 2010
Keep up the work rate and set the example – go Mark!
AndyC
POSTED July 23rd, 2010
You have us all behind. Just keep the rest of the field there too!
Rise above it all and show them ( again ) what you are made of. Lets hope that Red Bull gives you wings. The latest generation front wing would be good.
soraya
POSTED July 24th, 2010
good luck and be safe!!
3 Amigos
POSTED July 24th, 2010
Mark!Good Luck! Make sure you observe the speed limit:)Rain is there to bless you!!!
gymtonic
POSTED July 24th, 2010
Good luck for the race Mark. I know you’re going to do your best to win.
You’re great! Go and win
GFS
POSTED July 24th, 2010
Go for it mate, this is your year and we are behind whatever happens. Your a True Sportsmen and a True Ambassador for F1 and Australia
Mariella
POSTED July 24th, 2010
Starting fourth between Ferrari and Mclaren promises to be a good fight this Sunday. Good for you, have a nice race, be focused and do a podium.
Gus
POSTED July 25th, 2010
Go hard mate, me and the wife are coming to watch you Win in Japan.
7onR
POSTED July 25th, 2010
Good luck Mark…..keep on punching…Sunday 11pm here in Australia and we’re gonna watch you win the German GP….
Stonyman
POSTED July 25th, 2010
Give it your best shot mate. You can do this.
Kirsty
POSTED July 25th, 2010
Shame you had to nurse a poorly car, think you definitely would have been on the podium with the overall speed you carry. Least there’s no damage to the points – still in 3rd & looking strong. You can still do this! Best of luck for Hungary & hope to see you on that top step again.
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