Pedersen aims for third title

Dane ready for new season

By Graeme Bailey Last updated: 27th February 2008

Pedersen aims for title again

I know they all want to beat me, and that gives me a very strong motivation to continue in the same way 2007 ended.

Nicki Pedersen
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World champion Nicki Pedersen insists he is more motivated than ever as he seeks back-to-back titles.

The 30-year-old is looking for his third world title this year - which would equal the feats of fellow Danes Erik Gundersen and Ole Olsen, although still adrift of the legendary Hans Nielsen, who landed four.

But Pedersen - who will not race in Britain this season - is more than ready to reclaim his crown, with the Grand Prix season starting in Slovenia on April 26th.

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"I'm really looking forward to getting back on the bike this year. I've been training hard during the winter break to keep the strong physical condition I left 2007 with," he told his official website.

"But physical training is one thing, getting back on the bike and starting racing is another. That's always very special to me, and especially this year I feel more motivated than ever.

"I know they all want to beat me, and that gives me a very strong motivation to continue in the same way 2007 ended."

You can see all 11 Speedway Grand Prix live on Sky Sports throughout 2008