the bonus point for the fastest lap. patrick gearey reports. so much hangs over qatar as a sporting venue. are gestures of diversity and inclusion compatible with its record on human rights? should it be hosting a grand prix? and next year a football world cup? the race began with a crucial penalty and a chance for lewis hamilton. he was on pole position leading max verstappen, trying to redeem his demotion to a seventh. with hamilton safely cleared the first was how close could first up and get to him? within five laps he was second. a swerve even he would admire. this would be a battle of wits and pits. a valtteri bottas left his tyres on too long, a blazing trail to mate hamilton avoided. in wearing his rainbow helmet he has made a point about this grand prix. helmet he has made a point about this grand prix. hamilton on top in qatar! in winning this grand prix. hamilton on top in qatar! in winning it this grand prix. hamilton on top in qatar! in winning it he this grand prix