Mercedes AMG Petronas F1 Team’s German driver Nico Rosberg celebrates on the podium after the Spanish Formula One Grand Prix at the Circuit de Catalunya in Montmelo on the outskirts of Barcelona. AFP PHOTO
BARCELONA: Formula One legend Niki Lauda admitted to feeling some relief after Nico Rosberg’s Spanish Grand Prix victory on Monday not only rekindled Mercedes’ internal rivalry and team spirit but gave a much-needed boost to the championship.