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The correct tire strategy was instrumental in securing Sebastian Vettel's first victory of the year at the Bahrain Grand Prix, with the Red Bull Racing driver selecting a three-stop strategy to seal his 22nd career win after claiming pole position in qualifying.
At the end of four races, four different teams have now each claimed a race win and Vettel has become the fourth different drivers' championship leader.
Lotus F1 driver Kimi Raikkonen saved some fresh tires in qualifying and used them wisely during the race. The Finn started the Grand Prix in 11th place, led the race at one point and finished second, not far behind Vettel.
Raikkonen's teammate, Romain Grosjean, contested his best F1 race in career, finishing third.
Mark Webber, Vettel's teammate, arrived home in fourth place ahead of the Mercedes AMG of Nico Rosberg and the Force India of Paul Di Resta.
At the end of four races, four different teams have now each claimed a race win and Vettel has become the fourth different drivers' championship leader.
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Lotus F1 driver Kimi Raikkonen saved some fresh tires in qualifying and used them wisely during the race. The Finn started the Grand Prix in 11th place, led the race at one point and finished second, not far behind Vettel.
Raikkonen's teammate, Romain Grosjean, contested his best F1 race in career, finishing third.
Mark Webber, Vettel's teammate, arrived home in fourth place ahead of the Mercedes AMG of Nico Rosberg and the Force India of Paul Di Resta.