Vettel Nears Formula 1 Title With Career-Best Fifth Straight Win

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Sebastian Vettel moved to within 10 points of a fourth straight Formula One world championship by winning his fifth race in a row at the Japanese Grand Prix.

Red Bull driver Vettel recovered after dropping to third at the start to win a close tactical battle with teammate Mark Webber, who finished seven seconds back yesterday at Suzuka. Romain Grosjean of Lotus was third.