Hamilton relishing Hockenheim test
Lewis Hamilton is relishing the prospect of competing in his first German Grand Prix and says he is confident of yet more success when the Formula One circus arrives at Hockenheim next weekend.
The McLaren driver, who sits level with Ferrari duo Kimi Raikkonen and Felipe Massa at the top of the driver's championship, is hoping to secure a fourth win of the season.
Although Hamilton has not raced at Hockenheim in Formula One, he has enjoyed success in both Formula 3 and GP2 at the German circuit and the 23-year-old is aiming to follow up his win at the British Grand Prix by taking maximum points on Sunday.
"I was at Hockenheim in 2005 when I won a Formula 3 EuroSeries race and in 2006 with GP2 when I finished second and third," Hamilton told F1.com.
"It's actually quite a straightforward circuit to get into, and it helps that our car just feels so awesome at the moment. There's a bit of everything around here and it's quite fun to throw the car into some of the high-speed corners, like Turn One and Turn 12 - the high-speed right-hander into the stadium section.
"It will be great to be at Hockenheim where I will compete in my first German Grand Prix. I'm looking forward to the support of the Germans and especially the Mercedes fans.
"I know that many of them will be on the Mercedes grandstand from where they have a great view and there will also be a fantastic entertainment programme behind the grandstand. I will be on stage during the weekend and answer questions about my practice and qualifying. It is always nice to get close to the fans as it gives me additional motivation."
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