Lewis Hamilton

The 2008 World Champion is still with McLaren and looking for a second title

Heikki Kovalainen

Running the risk of becoming ‘the other driver’ at McLaren in his second year.

Kimi Raikkonen

The often moody or generally annoyed Finn who is lightning fast on the track.

Felipe Massa

The much improved Brazillian driver, only 1 point shy of being champ in 2008

Robert Kubica

The very impressive Polish lad looked brilliant in 2008 and should be a threat in ‘09

Nick Heidfeld

The hard-done-by driver who although fast has failed to ignite his career thus far

Fernando Alonso

Known as the most complete driver in F1, need we say more?

Nelson Piquet Jnr

Provided hilarity in 2008, he has to prove himself in 2009

Jarno Trulli

He’s had fantastic (aka bad) haircuts but should be doing better on track

Timo Glock

Proved he is a fast chap in 2008, more results on their way in 09 no doubt

Mark Webber

The token Aussie in F1, he’s looked fast but yet to make his statement for down-under

Sebastian Vettel

The child of f1, making money for joy riding – he’s a star of the future

Sebastien Buemi

New for 2009 and has everything to prove

Sebastien Bourdais

Made some good impressions in 2008, still much to prove for 2009

Nico Rosberg

One of the better looking f1 drivers, just needs to look good in the race

Kazuki Nakajima

Yet another son of famous race driver, 2009 will be a make or break year

Jenson Button

Seriously needs a good season after years of disappointment

Rubens Barrichello

2009 could be his last year, let’s hope it’s a good one

Giancarlo Fisichella

Fantastic name, just needs some fantastic performances to make it famous

Adrian Sutil

He did well in 2008 and should be out to impress in 2009