Romain Grosjean took his first podium finish since the 2013 United States Grand Prix on Sunday when he drove a strong race to finish third in the Belgian Grand Prix at Spa-Francorchamps. It had been a strong couple of days for the Frenchman, who qualified fourth on Saturday, although that would equate to a ninth place start due to a gearbox change penalty. However, he was always in contention for a good result on Sunday, and inherited third on the penultimate lap when the rear tyre on Sebastian Vettel’s Ferrari failed down the Kemmel Straight. The Lotus F1 Team driver welcomed the result, and revealed he was emotional as he completed the final lap. “Today’s result is wonderful,”...
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