Rosberg celebrates after finally tasting GP victory

After 111 races and six years of waiting, Nico Rosberg can finally proclaim himself a grand prix winner.

In taking the chequered flag at yesterday’s Chinese Grand Prix in Shanghai, Rosberg’s cry of “Yes!” over the team radio was loud and long, and richly deserved, as will be the celebrations.

Only four drivers in F1 history have had to wait longer to taste victory — Jenson Button (113), Jarno Trulli (117), Rubens Barrichello (124) and Mark Webber (131) – and a relieved Rosberg said: “It’s an unbelievable feeling. Very, very cool.