The Interlagos circuit, home to this weekend’s season finale, is situated between two man-made lakes that provide water and electricity to Sao Paulo Brazil, giving rise to the traditional name of Interlagos. It first hosted the Brazilian Grand Prix in 1973, since when there have been several changes to the layout.

The most significant alteration was in 1990, when the original 7.8km (4.8-mile) circuit was shortened to its current length. The track was renamed in the late 1970s after local hero José Carlos Pace, who won the only Grand Prix of his career at the circuit in 1975.

The track is one of only three circuits on the calendar that runs in an anti-clockwise direction, making it physically tough for the drivers. It is notoriously bumpy and, at 800 metres above sea level, is the highest racetrack of the year.

Honda Racing driver Jenson Button finished on the podium here two years ago as well as scoring his maiden points in the series back in the 2000 season. While he isn’t too confident about repeating his podium, a points finish is the overall aim to end what has been a tough season with.

"Sao Paulo is a fantastic venue for the final race of the season as it's such a lively city and the Brazilian fans are incredibly passionate about Formula One. There is always a good atmosphere at Interlagos,” he said. “The circuit itself is a challenging one for the drivers, which makes it all the more enjoyable to drive,” he said. “The track surface is notoriously bumpy and you have to have a good understanding of where the bumps are and do your best to minimise their impact. It has an anti-clockwise layout which is quite unusual and this means using muscles in the neck which aren't used to the exertion, therefore the correct training in advance of the race is crucial. I'm looking forward to the weekend and, although we have had a tough year in 2008, we will go to Brazil and give our all to finish the season on a high note."