The 2016 Russian Grand Prix was a Formula One motor race that took place on 1 May 2016. The race, contested over fifty-three laps, was held at the Sochi Autodrom. It was the fourth round of the 2016 FIA Formula One World Championship and marked the fifth running of the Russian Grand Prix, the third time as a round of the Formula One World Championship since the series inception in 1950. Nico Rosberg of Mercedes came into the race leading the championship ahead of his teammate Lewis Hamilton, who was the defending race winner. Round 4 of 21 · 2016 Formula One World Championship May 1, 2016 at 11:00 UTC Sochi Autodrom, Sochi, Russia Podium: 1. Nico Rosberg · 2. Lewis Hamilton · 3. Kimi Raikkonen Pole position: Nico Rosberg Wiki link