Malaysia Preview Quotes: Toyota

Olivier Panis: "I am definitely looking forward to racing in Malaysia this weekend. We have just had a productive test in Spain and we showed in Melbourne that we have a quick car. Malaysia itself is very hot and humid, but the Sepang track is really nice, to be honest. It is very wide and there is good grip, but it is difficult for tyres because we have some high-speed chicanes and heavy braking. The race can be either a one-stop or a two-stop strategy and Michelin has a good record at this circuit. If you have a strong engine and a good balance to follow cars closely, then there are some overtaking opportunities on the two long straights."

Cristiano da Matta: "Both me and Olivier have had a busy time since Australia, flying back to Europe for two days' of testing each in Jerez, but it was really worthwhile. We did some preparation work for this weekend's race, which is particularly valuable, as it will be my first time driving the Sepang track. Again, the new rules do not play into my hands, and I have little time to learn the circuit before giving everything in qualifying. If we can be as competitive as we were in Australia and make the finish line, then I will be more than happy."

Ove Andersson, Team Principal: "We had a bittersweet season opener in Australia a fortnight ago. I was naturally disappointed that we left Melbourne empty-handed with neither car making the chequered flag, but we really demonstrated the potential of our TF103 over the weekend. I think we can be quietly optimistic for this weekend's Malaysian Grand Prix. We did quite well here last year and after a successful test in Jerez last week, we should be able to challenge for our first points of the season."