Motorsport: Rosberg on pole, Hamilton starts at the back

Nico Rosberg during final practice ahead of the Formula One Grand Prix of China. Photo / Getty Images

Championship leader Nico Rosberg will start from pole position in tonight's Chinese Formula One Grand Prix in Shanghai.

The Mercedes driver's topped the timesheets in qualifying, and will start alongside Australian Red Bull driver Daniel Ricciardo in the front row.

Ferrari pair Kimi Raikkonen and Sebastian Vettel will both start from the second row.

Reigning champion Lewis Hamilton's continued his horror start to 2016, suffering engine problems and will start the race from last on the grid.