Speedcafe.com Race Guide - 2011 Italian Grand Prix

The definitive F1 form guide Italy Round 13 September 9 - 11 2011

FORMULA 1 GRAN PREMIO SANTANDER D’ITALIA 2011 (MONzA)

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T here may still be six races to go in the 2011 Formula One World Championship, but this weekend’s Italian Grand Prix marks the end of the European season.

While the Formula One teams somehow manage to roll out more extravagant motor homes each year, the sport’s expansion out of Europe over the last decade has seen the truck-based facilities used for a far smaller portion of the season.

Just 13 years ago, the calendar saw 11 of 16 ‘home’ races for the Formula One teams - meaning almost 70% of the season was completed within Europe.

By contrast, this year’s championship sees just 42% of the races run in Europe, with that number set to decrease further in 2012 thanks to the much anticipated return of the United States Grand Prix.

The Monza event captures all that is grand about the European races - with the word passionate a major understatement for describing the local fans.

The circuit is dripping in history too, having held a round of the championship every year since it began in 1950, following on from 30 years of hosting pre-World Championship Grands Prix.

Formula One’s recent push into the Asian and Middle Eastern markets has seen some great circuits and events added to the calendar, but for traditional Formula One theatre, little can compare to the stage upon which the drivers and teams will perform this weekend.

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All eyes will be on the wing packages this weekend in Monza as the downforce

versus drag equation takes on maximum importance on the Italian circuit’s long straights.

Speeds up to 350km/h are expected to be reached thanks to the combination of KERS and DRS allowed in the 2011 regulations.

For just the third time this season, two DRS zones will be used at Monza - the first between Lesmo 2 and Ascari, and the second between the Parabolica and the first Variante.

According to McLaren’s Jenson Button, who fought Fernando Alonso for the victory in Italy last year, the DRS has the potential to really spice up the race this year.

“It’s going to be the usual difficult trade-off between drag and downforce to find the ultimate package for the race... but I think things will be a little more mixed-up this year,” says Button of the race.

“The first (DRS) zone’s going to be interesting because it’s always been very tough to challenge for position under braking for Ascari.

“The track’s pretty narrow and it’s a fast entry – so I’ll be

really interested to see how well DRS will work into that corner – we might see some pretty spectacular moves!

“I think the more conventional passing opportunity will come from the second DRS zone, getting as close as possible into Parabolica, holding on through the corner – which won’t be straightforward – and then deploying DRS down the start/finish straight before, hopefully, passing into Turn 1.

“The DRS is going to be a pretty major asset for a following car, and it might shape the race in some really interesting ways.”

As usual, practice and qualifying will see drivers allowed to use the DRSs at any point on the circuit - a rule Button’s team-mate Lewis Hamilton is looking forward to taking full advantage of this weekend.

“I’m particularly looking forward to qualifying, because I think DRS will make a huge difference to our laptimes, and I really want to get the maximum out of the car in quali - and then look forward to a strong race, of course,” says Hamilton, who crashed out at Monza last year.

“With unlimited use in quali, and those four long straights, I

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think qualifying is going to be pretty intense: we’ll be 20km/h faster at four key points of the circuit, so our quali times are going to be much faster than in the race. That should be pretty exciting.

“For the race, you’ll also need the downforce, though, because you’ll want to be quick enough out of the second Lesmo and Parabolica to be in with a chance of challenging for position down the following straight.

“I think things are set for another very closely matched race. I’m really looking forward to it.””

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Key Characteristics

- Long and low downforce circuit with the highest top speed of the season- Additional kerbs were added behind the old kerbs in both chicanes in 2009, which changed the ride requirements)- It is possible to overtake with good top speed- Fuel effect below average- High brake energy but high cooling rate so not big issue for brake wear in general- Braking stability is important- Radio and DST coverage could be a problem around T4 to T7

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Bumpiness MediumOvertaking chance T1Kerbs MediumEngine severity Very highGearbox severity LowLat/long grip MediumAero efficiency ratio Very highWeekend grip evolution HighAero settings Very lowBrake wear sensitivity MediumBrake cooling necessity Medium/LowPirelli tyre compounds Soft and Medium

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RED BULL RACING THE BAGMAN’S SAYSebastian Vettel returned to the

top step of the podium at Spa, leading a Red Bull one-two on a circuit not expected to suit the RB7s.

The team remains unbeaten in qualifying this season, and taking into account the success of the high-speed aerodynamic package they brought to Spa, Red Bull will once again start as favourites this weekend.

Webber must improve his starts if he is to have a chance to challenge for the victory. With a dry, potentially two-stop race expected this weekend, the Australian will not be able to benefit from midrace chaos to regain ground lost early.

Nationality: GermanDoB: 03/07/1987Debut: Indianapolis, 2007Career Highlights: 2010 World Drivers’ Champion, 2nd 2006 F3 Euro Series, 2nd 2004 Formula BMW ADAC

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SEBASTIAN VETTELWins: 16Poles: 23Fastest Laps: 7

Nationality: AustralianDoB: 27/08/1976Debut: Albert Park, 2002Career Highlights: 3rd 2010 World Drivers’ Championship, 2nd 2001 International F3000, 1st 1996 British FF Festival

MARK WEBBERWins: 6Poles: 9Fastest Laps: 10

Chassis: Red Bull RB7Engine: Renault RS27-2011Base: Milton Keynes, UKTeam nationality: AustrianTeam principal: Christian HornerTechnical leader: Adrian NeweyDebut: Albert Park, 2005Wins: 21 Poles: 31Fastest Laps: 17Constructors’ Championships: 1

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THE BAGMAN’S SAYHamilton and Button are both

yet to win at Monza, and attacked the race very differently last year with respect to their aerodynamic set-ups.

Opting for a slightly higher downforce/higher drag package, Button proved most competitive, but lost the race to Alonso on pit strategy.

The 2009 World Champion recovered from a qualifying disaster at Spa to finish as best of the non-Red Bulls in third.

Hamilton crashed out of the 2010 Italian Grand Prix, as he did last time out in Belgium, and may need to temper his aggression in order to take his third win of the season.

Nationality: BritishDoB: 07/01/1985Debut: Albert Park, 2007Career Highlights: 2008 World Drivers’ Champion, 2006 GP2 Champion, 2005 F3 Euroseries Champion

LEWIS HAMILTONWins: 16Poles: 18Fastest Laps: 10

Nationality: British DoB: 19/01/1980Debut: Albert Park, 2000Career Highlights: 2009 World Drivers’ Champion, 1st 1998 British FF Festival, 1998 British FF Champion

JENSON BUTTONWins: 11Poles: 7Fastest Laps: 4

Chassis: McLaren MP4-26Engine: Mercedes-Benz FO 108YBase: Woking, UKTeam nationality: BritishTeam principal: Martin WhitmarshTechnical leader: Paddy LoweDebut: Monte Carlo, 1966Wins: 173 Poles: 146Fastest Laps: 145Constructors’ Championships: 8

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6 11 DNF DNF 6 6 5 5 6 8 Recent Monza Form

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THE BAGMAN’S SAYAlonso took a brilliant victory

last year at Monza - his first Italian Grand Prix racing for the Scuderia.

A repeat will be a tough proposition this year however, with the Ferrari continuing to prove uncompetitive on anything other than the softer Pirellis.

The low wearing nature of the Monza layout should mean that only a small stint will be required with the medium compound rubber this weekend, giving the Tifosi some hope that the team can challenge Red Bull and McLaren.

Massa’s qualifying form has improved of late, but the upturn in speed has had little effect on his results.

Nationality: SpanishDoB: 29/07/1981Debut: Albert Park, 2001Career Highlights: 2005 and 2006 World Drivers Champion, 1st 1999 Euro Open by Nissan

FERNANDO ALONSOWins: 27Poles: 20Fastest Laps: 19

Nationality: BrazilianDoB: 25/04/1981Debut: Albert Park, 2002Career Highlights: 2nd 2008 World Drivers’ Championship, 1st 2001 Euro F3000, 1st 2000 Formula Renault Eurocup

FELIPE MASSAWins: 11Poles: 15Fastest Laps: 14

Chassis: Ferrari 150th ItaliaEngine: Ferrari 056Base: Maranello, ItalyTeam nationality: ItalianTeam principal: Stefano DomenicalliTechnical leader: Pat FryDebut: Monte Carlo, 1950Wins: 216 Poles: 205Fastest Laps: 227Constructors’ Championships: 16

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THE BAGMAN’S SAYRosberg was a surprise early

race leader last time out at Spa, before the Red Bull/McLaren/Ferrari juggernaut quickly asserted its collective authority.

Still, fifth for Schumacher (from 24th on the grid) and sixth for Rosberg were solid results for the Brackley squad - indicating another potentially strong weekend is in store at Monza.

The car’s engine and KERS package is one of the strongest in the field, and while the W02 has struggled to produce the downforce levels of the top runners, its high-speed aerodynamic efficiency appears not too far away.

Should be just ahead of the midfield pack and ready to pounce on any issues for the top six.

Nationality: GermanDoB: 03/01/1969Debut: Spa, 1991Career Highlights: 1994, 1995, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004 World Drivers’ Champion, 1st 1990 German F3

MICHAEL SCHUMACHERWins: 91Poles: 68Fastest Laps: 76

Nationality: GermanDoB: 27/06/1985Debut: Sakhir, 2006Career Highlights: 2nd 2008 Singapore Grand Prix, 2005 GP2 Champion, 1st 2002 Formula BMW ADAC

NICO ROSBERGWins: 0Poles: 0Fastest Laps: 2 Chassis: Mercedes MGP W02

Engine: Mercedes-Benz FO 108YBase: Brackley, UKTeam nationality: BritishTeam principal: Ross BrawnTechnical leader: Bob BellDebut: Albert Park, 2010Wins: 0 Poles: 0Fastest Laps: 0Constructors’ Championships: 0

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THE BAGMAN’S SAYDespite failing to score points,

Renault left the Belgium Grand Prix optimistic that it had made a step forward with its aerodynamic package.

The team’s driver line-up, however, was the main talking point at Spa, with Nick Heidfeld dumped in favour of Bruno Senna.

The Brazilian quickly answered the critics of his appointment by qualifying an outstanding seventh, before undoing the good work with a clumsy first-corner shunt.

With Petrov having scored points just once in the past five races, any finish in the top 10 will be a great result for either driver this weekend.

Nationality: BrazilianDoB: 15/10/1983Debut: Sakhir, 2010Career Highlights: 2nd 2008 GP2 Series, 3rd 2006 British F3 Championship, 5th 2008 GP2 Asia Series

BRUNO SENNAWins: 0Poles: 0Fastest Laps: 0

Nationality: RussianDoB: 08/09/1984Debut: Albert Park, 2010Career Highlights: 3rd 2011 Australian Grand Prix, 2nd 2009 GP2 Series, 3rd 2008 GP2 Asia Series

VITALY PETROVWins: 0Poles: 0Fastest Laps: 1

RENAULT

Chassis: Renault R31Engine: Renault RS27-2011Base: Enstone, UKTeam nationality: BritishTeam principal: Eric BoullierTechnical leader: James AllisonDebut: Silverstone, 1977Wins: 35 Poles: 51Fastest Laps: 31Constructors’ Championships: 2

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THE BAGMAN’S SAYPastor Maldonado didn’t let a

21st grid position or a damaged front-wing stop him from scoring his first career point with 10th place at Spa.

Williams will head to Monza optimistic of more points following its relatively competitive showing at Spa.

Monza’s low tyre wear characteristic should help mask the Achillies Heal of the FW33, while lead driver Barrichello is a three-time Italian Grand Prix winner.

Getting through to Q3 will again prove very difficult, but sneaking into the points is not impossible for either driver.

Nationality: BrazilianDoB: 23/05/1972Debut: Kyalami, 1993Career Highlights: 2nd 2002 and 2004 World Drivers Championship, 1991 British Formula 3 Champion

RUBENS BARRICHELLOWins: 11Poles: 14Fastest Laps: 17

Nationality: VenezuelanDoB: 09/03/1985Debut: Albert Park, 2011Career Highlights: 2010 GP2 Champion, 3rd 2006 Formula Renault 3.5, 1st 2004 Formula Renault 2000 Italia

PASTOR MALDONADOWins: 0Poles: 0Fastest Laps: 0

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Chassis: Williams FW33Engine: Cosworth CA2011Base: Grove, UKTeam nationality: BritishTeam principal: Frank WilliamsTechnical leader: Sam MichaelDebut: Buenos Aires, 1978Wins: 113 Poles: 126Fastest Laps: 130Constructors’ Championships: 9

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THE BAGMAN’S SAYAdrian Sutil made the most

of Force India’s renowned low-downforce package at Spa, maintaining his record of scoring points in every second Grand Prix since Turkey.

The German qualified on the front-row at Monza just two years ago, before going on to finish fourth.

While those dizzying heights are unlikely to be repeated this weekend, more points could be on the cards.

Di Resta meanwhile was left to rue the timing of a midrace Safety Car having finished 11th at Spa, and has yet to race at Monza in any class.

Nationality: GermanDoB: 11/01/1983Debut: Albert Park, 2007Career Highlights: 2006 All-Japan F3 Champion, 2nd 2005 F3 Euroseries, 2nd 2005 Masters of F3

ADRIAN SUTILWins: 0Poles: 0Fastest Laps: 1

Nationality: ScottishDoB: 16/04/1986Debut: Albert Park, 2011Career Highlights: 2010 DTM Champion, 2006 Formula 3 Euroseries Champion, 1st 2006 Masters of F3

PAUL DI RESTAWins: 0Poles: 0Fastest Laps: 1

Chassis: Force India VJM04Engine: Mercedes FO 108YBase: Silverstone, UKTeam nationality: IndianTeam principal: Vijay MallyaTechnical leader: Andrew GreenDebut: Albert Park, 2008Wins: 0 Poles: 1Fastest Laps: 1Constructors’ Championships: 0

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THE BAGMAN’S SAYFollowing Kobayashi’s string

of points scoring finishes during the opening third of the season, Sauber has found itself myriad in the tough midfield battle of late.

After another point-less weekend in Belgium, the team sits just three points ahead of Force India in the battle for sixth place in the Constructors’ Championship.

Points will again be a difficult prospect this weekend, with the C30’s main attribute - low tyre consumption - not expected to play a key role.

Nationality: JapaneseDoB: 13/09/1986Debut: Interlagos, 2009Career Highlights: 2008/09 GP2 Asia Series Champion, 4th 2007 F3 Euroseries, 1st 2005 FRenault Eurocup

KAMUI KOBAYASHIWins: 0Poles: 0Fastest Laps: 0

Nationality: MexicanDoB: 26/01/1990Debut: Albert Park, 2011Career Highlights: 2nd 2010 GP2 Series, 4th 2007 British F3 Championship Class, 1st 2007 British F3 National Class

SERGIO PEREZWins: 0Poles: 0Fastest Laps: 0

Chassis: Sauber C30Engine: Ferrari 056Base: Hinwil, SwitzerlandTeam nationality: SwissTeam principal: Peter SauberTechnical leader: James KeyDebut: Kylami, 1993Wins: 1 Poles: 1Fastest Laps: 2Constructors’ Championships: 0

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THE BAGMAN’S SAYToro Rosso heads to the scene of

its 2008 triumph off the back of a disastrous Belgium Grand Prix.

Alguersuari was taken out in the first corner melee caused by Bruno Senna, while a separate incident saw Buemi sidelined by a broken rear wing just six laps later.

Alguersuari had made the most of the mixed conditions in qualifying to score seventh on the grid however - continuing his impressive turnaround in form.

The team has received a financial boost from Spanish oil company Cespa since Spa, which will further brighten the young Spanish driver’s chances of retaining his drive next season.

Nationality: SwissDoB: 31/10/1988Debut: Albert Park, 2009Career Highlights: 2nd 2008 GP2 Asia, 2nd 2007 F3 Euroseries, 2nd 2005 Formula BMW World Final

SEBASTIEN BUEMIWins: 0Poles: 0Fastest Laps: 0

Nationality: SpanishDoB: 23/03/1990Debut: Budapest, 2009Career Highlights: 2008 British F3 Champion, 2nd 2007 Formula Renault Italia, 1st 2006 FR Italia Winter Series

JAIME ALGUERSUARIWins: 0Poles: 0Fastest Laps: 0

Chassis: Toro Rosso STR6Engine: Ferrari 056Base: Farenza, ItalyTeam nationality: ItalianTeam principal: Franz TostTechnical leader: Giorgio AscanelliDebut: Bahrain, 2006Wins: 1 Poles: 1Fastest Laps: 0Constructors’ Championships: 0

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THE BAGMAN’S SAYTeam Lotus has played down

suggestions that it can challenge the midfield runners this weekend, despite appearing to have made relative gains at Spa.

Kovalainen again made the most of a mixed qualifying session to make Q2, before finishing one position behind team-mate Trulli in 15th on Sunday.

Both cars ran reliably for the duration of the Grand Prix - an achievement in itself given the difficulties faced across the previous three races.

While the team is still a fair way away from scoring points, more solid finishes will be a great result this weekend.

Nationality: FinnishDoB: 19/10/1981Debut: Albert Park, 2007Career Highlights: 1st 2008 Hungarian Grand Prix, 2nd 2005 GP2 Series, 1st 2004 World Series by Nissan

HEIKKI KOVALAINENWins: 1Poles: 1Fastest Laps: 2

Nationality: ItalianDoB: 13/07/1974Debut: Albert Park, 1997Career Highlights: 1st 2004 Monaco Grand Prix, 1996 German F3 Champion, 2nd 1995 Macau Grand Prix

JARNO TRULLIWins: 1Poles: 4Fastest Laps: 1

Chassis: Lotus T128Engine: Renault RS27-2011Base: Norfolk, UKTeam nationality: MalaysianTeam principal: Tony FernandesTechnical leader: Mike GascoyneDebut: Albert Park, 2010Wins: 0 Poles: 0Fastest Laps: 0Constructors’ Championships: 0

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THE BAGMAN’S SAYThe Hispania drivers both made

the most of the opening lap chaos at Spa - with Ricciardo and Liuzzi vaulting seven and five places up the order from their grid positions respectively in the early going.

A lack of reliability (Ricciardo’s car stopping with a rear-end vibration after just 13 laps) and pace (Liuzzi coming home as the 19th and final finisher) meant it was a less than positive weekend however.

Getting both cars home in Monza should be the first goal.

Nationality: AustralianDoB: 01/07/1989Debut: Silverstone, 2011Career Highlights: 2009 British Formula 3 Champion, 2nd 2010 Formula Renault 3.5

DANIEL RICCIARDOWins: 0Poles: 0Fastest Laps: 0

Nationality: ItalianDoB: 06/08/1981Debut: Imola, 2005Career Highlights: 3rd 2008/09 Speedcar Series, 2004 F3000 Champion, 2nd 2001 Formula Renault Germany

TONIO LIUZZIWins: 0Poles: 0Fastest Laps: 0

Chassis: HRT F111Engine: Cosworth CA2011Base: Madrid, SpainTeam nationality: SpanishTeam principal: Colin KollesTechnical leader: Tony CuquerellaDebut: Albert Park, 2010Wins: 0 Poles: 0Fastest Laps: 0Constructors’ Championships: 0

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THE BAGMAN’S SAYVirgin Racing will unleash its

long awaited major upgrade package this weekend in a bid to move from the foot of the Constructors’ Championship table.

While new rear wings will be common place throughout the field thanks to Monza’s unique aerodynamic requirements, the VR02s will also sport revised engine covers, sidepods, exhausts and rear floors.

Both cars ran reliably in the Belgium Grand Prix - finishing ahead of Liuzzi’s Hispania.

Nationality: GermanDoB: 18/03/1982Debut: Montreal, 2004Career Highlights: 2nd 2009 Singapore Grand Prix, 2007 GP2 Champion, 1st 2001 Formula BMW ADAC

TIMO GLOCKWins: 0Poles: 0Fastest Laps: 1

Nationality: BelgianDoB: 27/12/1985Debut: Albert Park, 2011Career Highlights: 2nd 2008/09 GP2 Asia Series, 1st 2007 International Formula Master, 1st 2003 FRenault Belgium

JEROME D’AMBROSIOWins: 0Poles: 0Fastest Laps: 0

Chassis: MVR-02Engine: Cosworth CA2011Base: Dinnington, UKTeam nationality: RussianTeam principal: John BoothTechnical leader: TBADebut: Albert Park, 2010Wins: 0 Poles: 0Fastest Laps: 0Constructors’ Championships: 0

MARUSSIA VIRGIN RACING

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RECENT BELGIAN GP WINNERSYear Driver Car Location2010 Lewis Hamilton McLaren-Mercedes Spa-Francorchamps2009 Kimi Räikkönen Ferrari Spa-Francorchamps2008 Felipe Massa Ferrari Spa-Francorchamps2007 Kimi Räikkönen Ferrari Spa-Francorchamps2005 Kimi Räikkönen McLaren-Mercedes Spa-Francorchamps2004 Kimi Räikkönen McLaren-Mercedes Spa-Francorchamps2002 Michael Schumacher Ferrari Spa-Francorchamps2001 Michael Schumacher Ferrari Spa-Francorchamps2000 Mika Häkkinen McLaren-Mercedes Spa-Francorchamps1999 David Coulthard McLaren-Mercedes Spa-Francorchamps1998 Damon Hill Jordan-Mugen-Honda Spa-Francorchamps1997 Michael Schumacher Ferrari Spa-Francorchamps1996 Michael Schumacher Ferrari Spa-Francorchamps1995 Michael Schumacher Benetton-Renault Spa-Francorchamps1994 Damon Hill Williams-Renault Spa-Francorchamps1993 Damon Hill Williams-Renault Spa-Francorchamps1992 Michael Schumacher Benetton-Ford Spa-Francorchamps1991 Ayrton Senna McLaren-Honda Spa-Francorchamps1990 Ayrton Senna McLaren-Honda Spa-Francorchamps1989 Ayrton Senna McLaren-Honda Spa-Francorchamps1988 Ayrton Senna McLaren-Honda Spa-Francorchamps1987 Alain Prost McLaren-TAG Spa-Francorchamps1986 Nigel Mansell Williams-Honda Spa-Francorchamps1985 Ayrton Senna Lotus-Renault Spa-Francorchamps1984 Michele Alboreto Ferrari Zolder1983 Alain Prost Renault Spa-Francorchamps1982 John Watson McLaren-Ford Zolder1981 Carlos Reutemann Williams-Ford Zolder1980 Didier Pironi Ligier-Ford Zolder1979 Jody Scheckter Ferrari Zolder1978 Mario Andretti Lotus-Ford Zolder1977 Gunnar Nilsson Lotus-Ford Zolder1976 Niki Lauda Ferrari Zolder1975 Niki Lauda Ferrari Zolder1974 Emerson Fittipaldi McLaren-Ford Nivelles1973 Jackie Stewart Tyrrell-Ford Zolder1972 Emerson Fittipaldi Lotus-Ford Nivelles1970 Pedro Rodríguez BRM Spa-Francorchamps1968 Bruce McLaren McLaren-Ford Spa-Francorchamps1967 Dan Gurney Eagle-Weslake Spa-Francorchamps1966 John Surtees Ferrari Spa-Francorchamps1965 Jim Clark Lotus-Climax Spa-Francorchamps

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PAST CHAMPIONSYear Driver Nat Constructor Wins Poles Points 2010 Sebastian Vettel GER Red Bull 5 10 2562009 Jenson Button GBR Brawn 6 4 952008 Lewis Hamilton GBR McLaren 5 7 98 2007 Kimi Räikkönen FIN Ferrari 6 3 1102006 Fernando Alonso ESP Renault 7 6 134 2005 Fernando Alonso ESP Renault 7 6 1332004 Michael Schumacher GER Ferrari 13 8 148 2003 Michael Schumacher GER Ferrari 6 5 93 2002 Michael Schumacher GER Ferrari 11 7 144 2001 Michael Schumacher GER Ferrari 9 11 1232000 Michael Schumacher GER Ferrari 9 9 108 1999 Mika Häkkinen FIN McLaren 5 11 761998 Mika Häkkinen FIN McLaren 8 9 1001997 Jacques Villeneuve CAN Williams 7 10 81 1996 Damon Hill GBR Williams 8 9 971995 Michael Schumacher GER Benetton 9 4 102 1994 Michael Schumacher GER Benetton 8 6 921993 Alain Prost FRA Williams 7 13 991992 Nigel Mansell GBR Williams 9 14 108 1991 Ayrton Senna BRA McLaren 7 8 961990 Ayrton Senna BRA McLaren 6 10 78 1989 Alain Prost FRA McLaren 4 2 761988 Ayrton Senna BRA McLaren 8 13 90 1987 Nelson Piquet BRA Williams 3 4 731986 Alain Prost FRA McLaren 4 1 72 1985 Alain Prost FRA McLaren 5 2 73 1984 Niki Lauda AUT McLaren 5 0 72 1983 Nelson Piquet BRA Brabham 3 1 59 1982 Keke Rosberg FIN Williams 1 1 441981 Nelson Piquet BRA Brabham 3 4 50

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Race Guide Round 2 – Malaysia

WORLD DRIVERS CHAMPIONSHIPNO DRIVER NAt CAR POINtS 1 Sebastian Vettel DEU Red Bull 2342 Mark Webber AUS Red Bull 1493 Lewis Hamilton GBR McLaren 1464 Fernando Alonso ESP Ferrari 1455 Jenson Button GBR McLaren 1346 Felipe Massa BRA Ferrari 70 7 Nico Rosberg DEU Mercedes 488 Nick Heidfeld DEU Renault 349 Vitaly Petrov RUS Renault 3210 Michael Schumacher DEU Mercedes 3211 Kamui Kobayashi JPN Sauber 2712 Adrian Sutil DEU Force India 1813 Sébastien Buemi SUI Toro Rosso 1214 Jaime Alguersuari ESP Toro Rosso 1015 Sergio Perez Mendoza MEX Sauber 816 Paul di Resta GBR Force India 817 Rubens Barrichello BRA Williams 418 Pedro de la Rosa ESP Sauber 019 Jarno Trulli ITA Lotus 020 Vitantonio Liuzzi ITA HRT 0 21 Pastor Maldonado VEN Williams 022 Jérôme D’Ambrosio BEL Virgin 023 Heikki Kovalainen FIN Lotus 024 Timo Glock DEU Virgin 025 Narain Karthikeyan IND HRT 026 Daniel Ricciardo AUD HRT 027 Karun Chandhok IND Lotus 0

CURRENT CHAMPIONSHIP POINTS

WORLD CONStUCtORS CHAMPIONSHIPPos Constructor Engine Points1 Red Bull Racing Renault 4262 Vodafone McLaren Mercedes Mercedes 2953 Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro Ferrari 2314 Mercedes GP Petronas F1 Team Mercedes 985 Lotus Renault GP Renault 686 Sauber F1 Team Ferrari 357 Force India F1 Team Mercedes 328 Scuderia Toro Rosso Ferrari 229 AT&T Williams Cosworth 510 Team Lotus Renault 011 HRT F1 Team Cosworth 0 12 Marussia Virgin Racing Cosworth 0

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Round 12 – Spa-Francorchamps

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While the Italian fans celebrated what was to be a victory for Fernando Alonso and Ferrari last year at Monza, a clever tyre strategy saw Sebastian Vettel score a valuable fourth place.

Round 12 – Spa-Francorchamps

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