Sebastian Vettel signalled his intent in final practice for the Canadian Grand Prix just as Ferrari and Mercedes appeared poised to post a challenge to the reigning champion.

Sebastian Vettel will look to end an unhappy trend this year after capturing his fourth pole position this season for tomorrow’s European Grand Prix.

Lewis Hamilton led a McLaren one-two ahead of team-mate Jenson Button by setting the fastest lap in a rain-interrupted second session of free practice for this weekend’s Australian Grand Prix today.

Virgin Racing today suffered acute embarrassment ahead of their qualifying debut for tomorrow’s Bahrain Grand Prix.

A stunning late lap from Sebastian Vettel secured Red Bull Racing their first ever pole position ahead of tomorrow’s Chinese Grand Prix in Shanghai.