Victory came first despite a controversial first-corner clash and a drive-through penalty, though his weekend had begun well as he took first pole position on Saturday.
Webber, who turns 33 next month, led teammate Sebastian Vettel to Red Bull’s third one-two finish. Their main challengers, Brawn GP’s Jenson Button and Rubens Barrichello, who finished fifth and sixth respectively, have also achieved three one-two finishes this season.
In 2009, Brawn and Red Bull have replaced Ferrari and McLaren as the dominant duo in the sport.
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