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Hamilton and Mercedes on top in FP1

Lewis Hamilton and Mercedes set the pace in the opening practice session for the Japanese Grand Prix as Suzuka threw up its usual share of thrills and spills in FP1. Hamilton's best time of 1:34.157 was 0.330s faster than team-mate Nico Rosberg and 0.611s clear of championship leader Sebastian Vettel in third. Although it is too early to declare an end to Red Bull hegemony, Mercedes looks quick and capable of taking the fight to Vettel this weekend. Mark Webber was fourth fastest and 0.019s off team-mate Vettel before the usual gap to the Ferraris and Lotuses behind. Felipe Massa had the edge over Fernando Alonso but both were roughly a second off Hamilton at the end of the session, while...
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