Rosberg: We are really ready for the first race

Mar.9 (PVM) Nico Rosberg has yet to win a grand prix in 108 attempts, but many feel that this year could be the year that Mercedes score that elusive win as their young German driver feels at his best.

Speaking ahead of the season-opener in Melbourne, Rosberg said, “I’m really looking forward to the start of the new season in Australia next weekend.

The 26 year old revealed, "I had a perfect Winter break with plenty of rest, a good training camp and a successful pre-season test programme where we were able to put a lot of mileage on our F1 W03 car. So we are really ready for the first race."

Melbourne is a popular venue on the grand prix calendar and Rosberg is looking forward to the weekend at Albert Park.

"I always love the atmosphere in Melbourne; it’s a great city and the fans are fantastic. After all of the hard work, and all of the speculation, it will be really interesting to see where we are on Saturday afternoon after qualifying," said Rosberg

"Before heading to Australia, I will be in New Zealand for a bike training camp to help me adjust to the time difference and the climate Down Under,” he added.