McLaren driver Jenson Button has predicted that the upcoming 2010 Formula One world championship will be one of the best seasons we have seen in a very long time with many drivers in contention for the world crown including himself and teammate Lewis Hamilton.

“We will see the most exciting championship in the history of F1. Alonso is looking quick and we’ll see whether Schumi has a point to prove,” he was quoted as saying in the Star.

The teams will take part in their final preseason test at the Barcelona circuit later this week where Jenson will kick off McLaren’s session and Alonso will start the session for Ferrari. Michael Schumacher meanwhile will test on the second and fourth days.