Hi guys. Recently, I saw this advert on my TV that congratulates Sebastian Vettel on becoming Champion again, and in the video, Christian Horner says "Against all the odds, Sebastian became Champion..." Now, I personally don't agree with this, as it became quite clear to me towards the end of 2012 that Sebastian was going to win in the end. I still think he drove very well though, just not that it was really an unlikely victory.
However, there are some drivers who I believe defied the odds to become Champion:
Sebastian Vettel, 2010: He was a fair bit behind Fernando Alonso going into the Abu Dhabi decider, and I didn't think he'd do the business. Ferrari's strategy blunder helped his cause, but that's definitely not his fault. I was quite amazed at the end result.
Kimi Raikkonen, 2007: 17 points behind Hamilton with 20 to play for? And Alonso in the mix? Sounds unbelievable to me. Yet, the Iceman came out on top and managed to become Champion against all odds. That, for me, was really special.
I've only really watched F1 since 2007, so I'm hoping some of our more experienced members will post their own thoughts on some other "Against all odds" champions.

With decent motivations, of course

Thanks guys