Nico Rosberg celebrates his victory. Photo ReutersNico Rosberg tightened his grip on the Formula One title race with a dominant victory at the Japanese Grand Prix on Sunday, the German's first win at Suzuka also helping Mercedes claim a third consecutive constructors' crown. Rosberg extended his lead over Hamilton to 33 points in the overall standings following his ninth win of the season and with four rounds remaining, the 31-year-old can claim a maiden title without needing to win another race. "It's been an awesome weekend for sure, the whole weekend had gone great from the word go," Rosberg, who led every session at Suzuka, told reporters. "Congrats to all my colleagues in the team, for clinching a third constructors' world title.

Source: Otago Daily Times October 09, 2016 18:56 UTC