Vettel vs. Alonso: Brazil scenarios
1. Because Vettel has 5 wins compared to 3 for Alonso, the Spaniard must beat Vettel outright on points. Alonso is 13 points behind, and therefore must make up 14 points on Vettel to win the title. Thus…..
2. If Vettel finishes fourth or better, he wins the world championship.
*****Of Note: If Alonso wins and Vettel finishes fourth they will be tied on points, however Vettel takes the title with five wins compared to Alonso's four.
3. Alonso must finish on the podium to have any chance at the world championship. Below are scenarios for Alonso to win title.
–If Alonso finishes third, Vettel must finish tenth or worse for Alonso to win the title
–If Alonso finishes second, Vettel must finish 8th or worse for Alonso to win the title.
–If Alonso finishes first, Vettel must finish fifth or worse for Alonso to won the title.