David Coulthard is hoping that Jenson Button's loss will be his gain.

Ahead of the Brazilian GP, and what could possibly be his last ever F1 race, the Scotsman has admitted that he is targeting his former employers for a 2005 drive.

"As we speak I don't have a contract to drive in Formula One next season," he admitted, "but clearly there is a drive available at Williams and I think if there is a candidate available, my credentials are stronger than anyone's out there. I've got pole positions, I've won Grands Prix, and I've got a lot of experience of developing cars, tyre development.

"It's been quite surprising the amount of interest from sponsors because over the last few years I've never had an outlet for that because at McLaren you don't carry your own personal sponsors and badges," he continued. "I've been contacted by people wanting to know what my future is and if they can be involved. In terms of that sort of thing it is a pretty exciting time and now that Williams remains the last competitive seat available, I've got to do everything I can to try and make them realise that I am the best of the drivers available.

The smart money is on WilliamsF1 promoting Antonio Pizzonia to a full race seat, however, this is F1 and anything can happen - and usually does.