Lewis Hamilton returned to the top step of the podium by sweeping to a commanding victory in yesterday's Japanese Grand Prix, leading team-mate Nico Rosberg in a Mercedes one-two that marked a return to form for the champions.


Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton of Britain celebrates with the trophy on the podium after winning the Japanese Formula One Grand Prix at the Suzuka Circuit in Suzuka. Pic/AP, PTI 

Hamilton crossed the line 18.9 seconds ahead of Rosberg with Ferrari's Sebastian Vettel finishing a further 1.8 seconds adrift in third.