Looking forward to the Fuji circuit - Heidfeld

For the first time after 30 years a Formula One race will take place in Fuji in Japan. BMW Sauber F1 Team driver Nick Heidfeld speaks about his debut on the 4.563 kilometre-long circuit beneath the Fujiyama und hopes to be able to cast a glance at its snow-covered peaks.

"I've never been to Fuji and am always pleased to see a new circuit appear on the calendar," Nick Heidfeld comments. "A new circuit presents the drivers and engineers with some interesting challenges, and - even in our ever-changing sport - provides an extra dose of variety, as all of us first have to find our bearings in the new surroundings. I like Japan as a whole, especially Tokyo. I like the mentality and am a real fan of Japanese cuisine, which has a lot more to offer than the obligatory sushi."

Suzuka hosted the Japanese Grand Prix last year. Despite the fact that Nick likes the "International Racing Course", he is very excited about the race in Fuji. However, it is not only the race he finds appealing. "Suzuka is my favourite race track, so I'm pleased that the two circuits will take turns in hosting the GP from 2009. I'm really looking forward to driving the Fuji circuit, and I hope I'll get to see Mount Fuji at least once. I heard that some people have been there any number of times, but the peak has been hidden in a cloud every time."