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Vettel took risk with front row slot secured

– Ferrari's Sebastian Vettel says he "tried everything" on his final Q3 lap at the Japanese Grand Prix in the knowledge that a front-row spot was already secure.With Valtteri Bottas and Kimi Räikkönen facing five-place demotions, and Red Bull off the pace, Vettel guaranteed himself a front-row position with his first Q3 lap, emerging second to Lewis Hamilton.Vettel ultimately slipped behind Bottas after the second Q3 runs, qualifying in third, but will move up to second, explaining that he took additional risks to try to take pole, knowing that his starting spot was safe."Qualifying has been quite good to be honest," said Vettel, who trails Hamilton by 34...
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