German Grand Prix 2016 - Race Schedule and Countdown

Nico Rosberg reclaimed the championship lead with victory at the German Grand Prix, defeating Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton at Hockenheim. Rosberg controlled the race from pole position in front of his home crowd, managing multiple safety car periods and restarts to secure a crucial victory. Hamilton could only manage third after a difficult weekend, watching Rosberg retake the championship lead by 19 points.

The race at Hockenheim featured Rosberg's strategic excellence as he managed restarts perfectly and controlled Verstappen's aggressive challenges. The young Dutch driver's second place continued his remarkable season, consistently challenging the Mercedes and Ferrari drivers. Hamilton's third place was disappointing but salvaged important points from a difficult weekend where pace eluded him.

Rosberg's home victory was emotionally significant, winning in front of German fans and retaking the championship lead at a crucial stage of the season. The win demonstrated his resilience in responding to Hamilton's recent surge with a commanding performance. Ricciardo's fastest lap for Red Bull showed their underlying pace as the championship battle's pendulum swung back toward Rosberg with nine races remaining.