Daniel Ricciardo pips Nico Rosberg to win first Grand Prix in Canada

The Guardian

Rosberg extends lead after Lewis Hamilton retires Ricciardo overtook Rosberg with two laps remaining

Red Bulls Daniel Ricciardo recorded his first grand prix victory in the Canadian Grand Prix on Sunday as he exploited problems in the Mercedes team to break the German teams astonishing hegemony this season.

Nico Rosberg, who lost the lead two laps from the end, took a damage-limiting second place to extend his lead in the world championship from four points to 22. The day, though, belonged to Red Bull with Sebastian Vettel gaining a second podium position in third.

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