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Formula 1: Hamilton is now one step closer to Rosberg

Формула-1: Хэмилтон еще на шаг приблизился к РосбергуTwo riders Mercedes Lewis Hamilton and Nico Rosberg continue their battle for the title of world champion.

At the Grand Prix of Mexico Hamilton without problems scored eighth win of the season. Fulfilled its task and Rosberg – the German at the start of the race withstood the attack of max Verstappen and never doubted its second line. For the two races to the end of the season, Rosberg ahead of Hamilton on 19 points – the fate of the title will be decided in Brazil and the UAE.

Daniel Riccardo ahead of schedule provided to itself the third line in the League. At the end of the season Sebastian Vettel, Kimi Raikkonen and Max Verstappen will compete for fourth place.

Top 10 of the standings:

1. Nico Rosberg (“Mercedes”) — 349 points
2. Lewis Hamilton (“Mercedes”) — 330
3. Daniel Ricciardo (Red Bull) — 242
4. Sebastian Vettel (Ferrari) — 187
5. Kimi Raikkonen (Ferrari) — 178
6. Max Verstappen (Red Bull) — 177
7. Sergio Perez (“Force India”) — 85
8. Valtteri Bottas (“Williams”) — 85
9. Nico Hulkenberg (“Force India”) — 50
10. Fernando Alonso (McLaren) — 52

Red bull leaves Ferrari only theoretical chances for the second place in the constructors ‘ championship. The only intrigue in the championship remains
the battle for fourth place between “Force India” and “Williams”. At other positions is almost all resolved.

The Cup of designers:

1. Mercedes — 679 points
2. Red Bull — 427
3. Ferrari — 365
4. “Force India” — 145
5. “Williams” — 136
6. McLaren — 74
7. “Toro Rosso” — 55
8. “Haas” — 29
9. Renault — 8
10. “Manor” — 1

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