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'Rosberg should receive a penalty' - Button

Championship leader Jenson Button believes that Nico Rosberg should be handed a time penalty in the aftermath of the Japanese Grand Prix due to speeding under yellow flag conditions. Button finished the race eighth at Suzuka whilst the German crossed the finish line in the top five for Williams.

Rosberg is likely to be investigated following Button's claims

Having started tenth following a 5-place grid drop of his own due to setting a qualifying time under yellow flag conditions, Button believes that Rosberg should be penalised for an almost identical offence during the race.

"Today was about picking up points and that's what I did," Button, who picked up a solitary point, explained to the BBC. "I couldn't get Rosberg as he did his fastest second sector under the Safety Car so I think he'll get a penalty for that…

"In the race my pace was very good and I was happy with that. I got stuck behind people who were stopping much later but we got it working and I'm happy with today's performance; it's difficult overtaking around here but I did the best thing I could - the car worked reasonably well but not as good as the car in front. A point or two today is valuable now. The next two races should suit our car very well."


Further reaction: 'I didn't gain an advantage' - Rosberg
Outcome: No penalty for Rosberg

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