Lewis Hamilton Dominates Malaysian GP Qualifying, Set for Victory
Lewis Hamilton secured pole position for the 2015 Malaysian Grand Prix, leading every lap and setting the fastest lap. Nico Rosberg struggled but managed to qualify second. Hamilton is set to reduce his points deficit to Rosberg after a strong performance.
Hamilton dominated qualifying, beating Rosberg by over four tenths. Rosberg had a tough time but made it to Q3 with a last-gasp effort. Force India secured the fourth row with Perez and Hulkenberg. Williams' Felipe Massa qualified tenth. McLaren's Jenson Button was ninth, while Fernando Alonso starts last due to an engine penalty. Red Bull secured the second row with Verstappen ahead of Ricciardo. Ferrari took the third row with Vettel in fifth and Raikkonen in sixth.
Hamilton's pole position and expected victory will significantly reduce his points deficit to Rosberg. Rosberg's struggle in qualifying may impact his security in the championship challenge. The race promises an exciting battle among the top teams.
