Sebastian Vettel drops to 15th on Spanish GP grid after gearbox change

World Champion had already failed to set a laptime in Q3

By James Galloway

Sunday 11 May 2014 11:16, UK

Sebastian Vettel's problem-filled Spanish GP weekend has taken a fresh hit following confirmation that his RB10 will require a new gearbox, triggering an automatic five-place grid penalty.

We can confirm that Sebastian's gearbox will be changed for tomorrow's race. #SpanishGP

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Sebastian Vettel drops to 15th on Spanish GP grid after gearbox change

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