Hamilton powers to dominant win at Japanese GP
SUZUKA — Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton won the Japanese Grand Prix today (Sept 27) to widen his lead in the Formula One title race.
Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton, centre, of Britain celebrates on the podium after winning the Japanese Formula One Grand Prix at the Suzuka Circuit in Suzuka, central Japan, Sunday, Sept. 27, 2015. Photo: AP
SUZUKA — Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton won the Japanese Grand Prix today (Sept 27) to widen his lead in the Formula One title race.
Hamilton capitalised on a strong start and surged ahead of teammate Nico Rosberg at the first corner. He led the rest of the way, crossing the finish line a comfortable 18.9 seconds ahead of Rosberg. Ferrari driver Sebastian Vettel was third, 1.8 seconds behind Rosberg, who started from pole.
With five races left, Hamilton has a 48-point lead over Rosberg.
Rain hit Friday’s practice session at the Suzuka circuit but conditions were ideal for today’s race.
Hamilton, who was forced to retire at last weekend’s Singapore GP, claimed his eighth win of the season. It was his 41st career win, tying him with his childhood hero Ayrton Senna. AP
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