Cool Vettel breaks Monte Carlo duck

German world champion avoids disaster in incident-packed race in Monaco

MONTE CARLO - Defending drivers' world champion German Sebastian Vettel rode his considerable share of good luck on Sunday to claim his first victory at the Monaco Grand Prix after an incident-filled and dramatic race.

On an afternoon of safety cars, red flags, lengthy stoppages and multiple collisions, the 23-year-old leader of this year's title race emerged ahead of the field to enlarge his commanding lead as he steered his Red Bull car to an unexpected, and narrow, victory.