DRIVER OF THE DAY: Vettel wins fan vote after going from P11 to podium in Turkey

He's had a tough season, and from 11th on the grid, few would have predicted a first podium of the year for Sebastian Vettel. But in Istanbul he reminded us why he's a four-time champion - and you rightly rewarded him with your votes after witnessing his supreme drive to third place for Ferrari. Here's how the voting broke down...
Sebastian Vettel - 25.8%
Charles Leclerc - 20.3%
Lewis Hamilton - 16.7%
Sergio Perez - 8.2%
Carlos Sainz - 6.1%
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