GP Japan: Race

1. S. Vettel, Red Bull, 1:28:20.443
2. J. Trulli, Toyota, +4.8 secs
3. L. Hamilton, McLaren, +6.4 secs
14. V. Liuzzi, Force India, +15.7 secs

During the Japanese Grand Prix, Tonio enjoyed a series of battles over the 53 lap race to achieve his second consecutive race finish for Force India. Using a two stop strategy Tonio was able to move up four places on his starting position after battling with the two Renaults, the Williams of Nakajima and Alguersuari’s Toro Rosso.

He said: “Overall I think it was not a bad race. Starting from that position it was always going to be difficult to score points but we showed a strong pace in the race and never gave up. I could have a really good fight with Fernando Alonso and the Williams, plus also the Toro Rosso so I think it was a good effort from the team.”