European Grand Prix 2016 Results: Winner, Standings, Highlights, Reaction

Nico Rosberg tightened his grip on the world championship in the first-ever Formula One race at the Baku street circuit, winning the European Grand Prix in Azerbaijan on Sunday. The German pacesetter powered home from pole position in a simple race for the Mercedes driver, as rival and team-mate Lewis Hamilton had to cut through the field to finish in fifth place after starting from 10th on the grid. Sebastian Vettel of Ferrari took second place on the podium as he chased Rosberg's tail for most of the race, and Sergio Perez battled through to claim third for Force India. Formula One confirmed the result in Baku and the new standings in the championship: The tumultuous start expected in Baku didn't materialise as the driver...

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