Rosberg beats Hamilton to win Austrian GP

Nico Rosberg has claimed his third F1 win of the year and sixth overall as he extended his lead in the drivers' championship over Lewis Hamilton.

Williams driver Felipe Massa of Brazil

Williams driver Felipe Massa has claimed pole position for Austrian Grand Prix. (AAP)

Nico Rosberg held off a challenge from teammate Lewis Hamilton to win the Austrian GP for the sixth 1-2 finish by Mercedes this season.

It was Rosberg's third win of the year and sixth overall as he extended his lead in the drivers' championship over Hamilton.

Valtteri Bottas came third for his first career Formula One podium, while Williams teammate Felipe Massa, who started from pole Position on Sunday, took fourth.

Four-time Formula One champion Sebastian Vettel had an engine problem in the second lap and was doubled by the field before quitting the race in the 36th on Red Bull's home circuit.


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