Hamilton wins Singapore Grand Prix

Lewis Hamilton take victory for a resurgent McLaren at Singapore

The biggest losers of the day were probably Red Bull, who failed miserably to take advantage of Button’s poor grid position (and that of Barrichello, who started in 10th after a five place penalty for a new gearbox). Vettel managed to damage his car on the kerbs and acquired a drive-through penalty after crossing the white line exiting the pits. Team mate Webber’s brakes gave up on lap 49 and he went home with nothing to show for all his efforts in Singapore.

It was more of the same this year as last, with the safety car coming out on lap 21 after Sutil attempted a hugely optimistic overtaking manoeuvre. The ensuing mayhem saw Alguersuari drive in to Heidfeld to end both their races.

Timo Glock brought his Toyota home in second to claim eight points, with last year’s winner Alonso in third and Vettel in fourth.

Off to Japan next, with Button needing just five more points to secure this year’s world championship title.

He’s starting to look odd-on.

By Cars UK