F1: Hamilton tops final practice

McLaren's Lewis Hamilton topped final practice ahead of today's qualifying session for the Malaysian grand prix. His time of 1m36.340s was just 0.290s better than the Red Bull of Mark Webber, yesterday's pace setter. McLaren's Jenson Button was third...

McLaren's Lewis Hamilton topped final practice ahead of today's qualifying session for the Malaysian grand prix.

His time of 1m36.340s was just 0.290s better than the Red Bull of Mark Webber, yesterday's pace setter.

McLaren's Jenson Button was third followed by Heidfeld (Renault), Vettel (Red Bull) and Alonso (Ferrari).

Vettel showed good pace throughout the session but was caught in traffic in the final lap.

Qualifying, and tomorrow's race, are at 10 a.m. (Malta time).

In the video above, Vodafone McLaren Mercedes drivers Lewis Hamilton and Jenson Button give a behind the scenes preview of the Malaysia Grand Prix.

The two British drivers and former world champions reflect on the race ahead; their thoughts on the track and the driving conditions in Kuala Lumpur; how important it is to secure championship points at the start of the season; and what they’ve planned in their down time in Malaysia ahead of the race. (Footage provided by Vodafone McLaren)

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