Malaysian F1 Grand Prix 2015 Results: Winner, Standings, Highlights and Reaction

Sebastian Vettel was crowned king of the Malaysian Grand Prix on Sunday, as he left Mercedes duo Lewis Hamilton and Nico Rosberg in his wake to claim his first Ferrari triumph.

Ferrari team-mate Kimi Raikkonen came in fourth, while Daniel Ricciardo lagged behind in 10th. Here’s a look at the final standings from Malaysia, courtesy of Sky Sports F1:

It was a fantastic race from Vettel and indeed Ferrari, who picked up their first victory since this very race back in 2013.

The pits were perfect, the car was on top form—and as for the driver, well, he was something else.

Starting behind Hamilton on the grid, Vettel struck in the 25th lap to propel himself into the lead, timing a corner to perfection, as Sky Sports F1 revealed:

That sent Hamilton straight into the pit as Mercedes plotted a way to get back into the race, but the German was quite simply too strong.

David Coulthard was one of many singing his praises as he went round the track, saying during BBC Sport commentary duty that his tactics were absolutely spot on: "We're witnessing something special in this two-stop strategy from Vettel. Some, myself included, were disappointed how he handled last season, but boy is he back—what a display! This declared love affair with Ferrari has come together a lot quicker than I could have imagined."

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While Rosberg was having a bit of an off-day, Mercedes were patiently waiting for Hamilton’s opportunity to regain the front, but the leader just wasn’t letting up.

Lap 46 summed up his brilliance, as he set a personal best to extend his advantage, per Mercedes AMG F1:

Ten laps later, it was all over, with Vettel crossing the line to raucous celebrations from his team.

Understandably, the former Red Bull star was elated as he stood proudly on top of the podium, with the tears in his eyes summing up just how big a victory it was for his career.

Speaking afterward, Vettel reflected on being back among the champagne, per BBC Sport, "It has been a while since I've been on top step and obviously the first time with Ferrari. I'm speechless. I'm happy and proud of today. We beat them fair and square, and it is a special day—that is why I am emotional."

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So, it’s undoubtedly game on between Ferrari and Mercedes, and if the Italians keep up this kind of form, it could be a sensational contest.

The team themselves certainly think so, too, as they declared their return to the elite over the radio at the end of the race—per Sky Sports F1 Insider:

The day belonged to Vettel, though, who showed the world that he’s still one of the best drivers in the business.

The Chinese Grand Prix is next up in the Formula One season, where Ferrari’s Fernando Alonso got on the podium alongside Hamilton and Rosberg last season.

However, with Vettel now in the ranks, Ferrari will be hunting for the top spot in every race. It’s all set up to be a scintillating season.