Nico Rosberg won the Austrian Grand Prix, six victories in his career, the third of the season and increased the advantage in the standings over Lewis Hamilton. Mercedes to take the sixth wins in eight races. On the third step of the podium climbed Valtteri Bottas, achieving the best result of his career.
1st Nico Rosberg, Mercedes AMG Petronas: “It was not the easiest race, had to watch a lot of things and drive to the limit of the car. But today, we could demonstrate a very high speed, and win – it’s just fantastic. It’s great that wehave achieved a double victory at this wonderful track. I have no doubt that Austria deserves F1 stage. The atmosphereis just great in the course of the weekend. Ahead – the home race of our team. I’m waiting with great interest. It will be great to achieve their another double victory in the eyes of all our employees, who come from the base”
2nd Lewis Hamilton, Mercedes AMG Petronas: “We need to analyze the telemetry to understand whether we haveacted, in this situation, I attacked as I could, but the guys did a great job. We with Nico produced another double, and fans in the course of the weekend were just gorgeous. I want to thank everyone for their support”
3rd Valtteri Bottas, Williams Martini Racing: “I’m happy. I find it difficult to find words to describe my feelings. I am grateful to the team for being she has given me such a car. After last season we had a lot to overcome. The racewas interesting. It was exactly as we need at the moment: everything went without incident, and according to plan. This time car allowed fighting for the podium, so I am very pleased”