Maori warriors from the local tribe "Tu Wharetoa" arrive in a "waka" (traditional war canoe) on the lakefront to welcome drivers and officials the day before practice at the Taupo round of the A1 Grand Prix in Taupo January 18, 2007. The A1 Grand Prix is being held for the first time in New Zealand and takes place this weekend. [Reuters]

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