Rosberg: “We can surprise”

The first weekend of the season was a nightmare for Mercedes GP, nor Michael Schumacher, nor Nico Rosberg sees the checkered flag. Hit by Rubens Barrichello on the 22nd lap, the German gave up due to a hydraulic problem. “We had a difficult weekend in Australia, but the team worked hard and the car will be reliable in Malaysia. He said. Melbourne is a unique circuit and we know we will have a better understanding of our performance level after the next race. »

In Sepang, the young German, who has already distinguished himself here in the past, arrives with great ambitions to match the performance of the Mercedes W02. “To be honest, Sepang is my favorite circuit on the calendar, notes Nico Rosberg. Last year, I qualified second and achieved my first podium of the season. I am happy to come back this year and I hope to get a good result for the home race of our partner Petronas. I think we can surprise people next Sunday. We know the car is fast since the Barcelona test, so now we have to work on showing that potential. »