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Rossi: The race will be very hard
23 October 2009 / Results / PhotosAlthough Valentino Rossi is in a comfortable position and could clinch the World Championship this weekend, the Italian is concerned that the Malaysian Grand Prix could be more of a challenge than he had hoped for with ambient temperatures in the thirties at Sepang.
With the results of last weekend's Australian Grand Prix having placed Rossi perfectly to retain the world crown, the Italian is relaxed but cautious heading into Saturday. "I'm quite happy about today, even if the time and the position isn't perfect," the Yamaha rider said.
"We worked mainly with old tyres to understand the nature of the bike when it's sliding, which is important here, but actually my pace was very consistent and I think we can make another step tomorrow. It seems that Bridgestone have brought good tyres here; they are working very well despite the very hot temperatures and the fact that the track is a little bit dirty today.
"We still need to find a little bit more grip, so we will look to improve the setting of the bike for this in the morning - it's going to be very important to be on the front row for Sunday. I think the race will be very hard and we will have to take care to prepare properly and drink a lot of water because it is very, very hot."
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