Philip Massa went to the top of the drivers championship with a win at Magny Cours.
Ferrari dominated the race and qualification.
Lewis Hamilton qualified third but a ten place penalty for his indescretion at Montreal put him thirteenth on the grid. A further drive through penalty was cruelly given to Hamilton after running off the track overtaking early in the race. The move looked to have been completed. Another mistake by his error prone team who should gave checked with the stewards that the pass was legal.
The French track isn't the most exciting, as overtaking is difficult, and with only fractions of seconds between most of the cars, only the forecast rain was going to liven up proceedings.
Unfortunately the rain never arrived, bar a minor shower towards the end.
Raikkonnen was leading Massa until an exhaust broke away on his car. He lost power but was still able to claim second spot.
Trulli drove his Toyoto into a podium spot, capping a great weekend for his team.
Congratulations to Lewis Hamilton on becoming Formula One World Champion 2008.
After a rollercoaster season of F1 races, steward's enquiries, appeals and a few crazy moments. The F1 Driver's Championship comes to the final race today at Interlagos in Brazil.
Ferrari president Luca di Montezemolo is keen for the FIA to change the rules regarding team orders in Formula One.
Fernando Alonso won the Japanese Grand Prix. After driving a perfect race to follow up on his win in Singapore.
