2016 ‘Perfect’ Lewis Hamilton wins another F1 Grand Prix in Austin

Lewis Hamilton has again won the Formula One US Grand Prix at the Circuit of the Americas in Austin TX.

Lewis Hamilton revived his F1 world title hopes with an impeccable pole to checkered flag victory in the United States Grand Prix Sunday.

The reigning two-time champion relegated championship leader and Mercedes teammate Nico Rosberg to second place at the Circuit of Americas in Austin, Texas. It has cut the gap between the pair to 26 points, with three rounds remaining of the 2016 season.

“Perfect race, Lewis,” came the message from his team after an imperious and untroubled drive.
It was certainly a ‘must-win’ for Hamilton, who charged into the lead from the front of the grid as Red Bull’s Daniel Ricciardo forced his way past Rosberg into second place.

“All I can do is my best, Nico has been driving fantastically well, so the battle will continue, I will be going for it,” he said.

It was his seventh win of the season and 50th of his glittering career, which has seen him win three world titles, the last two with the dominant Mercedes outfit.

Texas also remains a happy hunting ground for the Briton, who clinched the title there last season and was winning for the fourth time on the circuit.

His popularity has helped fuel interest in F1 in the United States, with sporting celebrities skier Lindsey Vonn and tennis superstar Venus Williams among a massive crowd watching the 56-lap race, while Taylor Swift provided the pre-race entertainment.