Brazilian GP: Lewis Hamilton wins race to keep championship hopes alive

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Lewis Hamilton after winning the Brazilian GP on Sunday. Image Source: twitter @F1

Internet Desk: Lewis Hamilton produced his brilliance to win a wet, chaotic, crash-strewn Brazilian Grand Prix and take the title fight to the final race.

The British Formula 1 driver won his ninth race of the season that was marked with several high-speed accidents, two stoppages and five safety cars.

The win by Hamilton on Sunday reduced the lead of his Mercedes team-mate Nico Roseberg. The German finished the race at 2nd position with 12 points. Rosberg will secure the championship if he finishes third in Abu Dhabi on November 27 even if Hamilton wins.

As one of the most dramatic races for years unfolded, Hamilton, who took pole position was supreme at the front in treacherous conditions, lapping consistently faster than anyone.

After each restart, Hamilton cruised easily away from Rosberg – building at one stage an 18-second lead in 14 laps before another safety car cut his lead to nothing.

The victory was the 52nd career wins for Hamilton. He is now the second most successful race winner of all time ahead of Alain Prost (51). German F1 legend Michael Schumacher heads the list with 91 titles.

Not too bad, huh,” said Hamilton. “I was generally just chilling up front. When it rains it’s usually a good day for me. It was tricky for everyone. There were definitely opportunities for aquaplaning, which everyone did.

“No mistakes, no issues, no spins. It was kind of interesting to hear how many people were spinning, but I didn’t have that problem.