Indian Grand Prix 2013: F1 Predictions Based on Qualifying Results

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Published: October 27, 2013

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Sebastian Vettel claimed pole in qualifying to put himself within touching distance of notching his fourth Formula One title at the Buddh International Circuit near New Delphi, India.

The German can finish as low as fifth to secure the championship under his own steam, regardless of where Fernando Alonso places on race day. The only way that the Spaniard can overcome Vettel is to somehow score at least 16 more points than his season rival.

However, tyre strategies could well put paid to any suggestions that Vettel's ascent to another F1 crown will be nothing more than a routine and unopposed procession to victory.

With his first place on the starting grid secured using the quick yet short-lived soft tyres, the championship leader will have to pit early in order to swap over to his medium set.

In line with current regulations, all drivers must start the race on the tyre compound with which they recorded their fastest time in qualifying.

Red Bull's gamble may have fired Vettel to his third consecutive Indian Grand Prix pole since 2011, but with the star man set to begin the race with diminished grip due to his less robust tyre type, he may yet have to battle his way back up through the field.

Finishing above fifth should be well within his capabilities, though. The champion may elect to prove his value by working that little bit harder to lift himself over the line.

The reigning champion backs himself to make up for a loss of race pace due to his tyre choice, according to BBC Sport: "The race is long and you will have plenty of time to make up [any deficit]. In the end, I think the strategies shouldn't determine the result that much."

Behind the Red Bull ace on the starting grid will be his Mercedes rivals Nico Rosberg in second and Lewis Hamilton in third. They are the only competitors to have beaten Vettel on a Grand Prix Sunday since May.

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Article Source: Bleacher Report - Formula 1

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