We rate the drivers after India
The inaugural Indian Grand Prix went the same way as most of the 2011 Formula 1 season has, but there were a few notable performances throughout the field. Edd Straw gives his verdict on all 24 drivers
Started: 1st Finished: 1st
Strategy: 2 stops (option-option-prime)
Always looked destined to take his 13th pole position of the season and ended up 0.3s clear of Lewis Hamilton in qualifying. It was typical Vettel: a smooth run during qualifying and didn't miss a beat throughout Friday and Saturday.
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