Japan 2002
Round 17 • October 13, 2002
Circuit
Suzuka
Suzuka sets the stage for an electrifying showdown as Michael Schumacher, already crowned champion, refuses to ease off the throttle, while Ferrari battles to secure a record-breaking season. Amidst the iconic figure-eight circuit's thrilling twists and turns, rising stars and seasoned contenders vie for glory, with stunning maneuvers and relentless determination. Witness a strategic masterclass and a testament to sheer perseverance that leaves fans on the edge of their seats.
| Pos | Driver | Time/Gap | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Michael Schumacher | 1:26:59.698 | 10 |
| 2 | Rubens Barrichello | +0.506 | 6 |
| 3 | Kimi Raikkonen | +23.292 | 4 |
| 4 | Juan Pablo Montoya | +36.275 | 3 |
| 5 | Takuma Sato | +1:22.694 | 2 |
| 6 | Jenson Button | +1 lap | 1 |
| 7 | Nick Heidfeld | +1 lap | 0 |
| 8 | Mika Salo | +1 lap | 0 |
| 9 | Eddie Irvine | +1 lap | 0 |
| 10 | Mark Webber | +2 laps | 0 |
| 11 | Ralf Schumacher | Engine | 0 |
| Pos | Driver | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Michael Schumacher | - | - | - |
| 2 | Rubens Barrichello | - | - | - |
| 3 | David Coulthard | - | - | - |
| 4 | Kimi Raikkonen | - | - | - |
| 5 | Ralf Schumacher | - | - | - |
| 6 | Juan Pablo Montoya | - | - | - |
| 7 | Takuma Sato | - | - | - |
| 8 | Giancarlo Fisichella | - | - | - |
| 9 | Jacques Villeneuve | - | - | - |
| 10 | Jenson Button | - | - | - |
| 11 | Jarno Trulli | - | - | - |
| 12 | Nick Heidfeld | - | - | - |
| 13 | Mika Salo | - | - | - |
| 14 | Eddie Irvine | - | - | - |
| 15 | Felipe Massa | - | - | - |
| 16 | Olivier Panis | - | - | - |
| 17 | Pedro De La Rosa | - | - | - |
| 18 | Allan Mcnish | - | - | - |
| 19 | Mark Webber | - | - | - |
| 20 | Alex Yoong | - | - | - |