Lewis Hamilton has his first chance to clinch a fifth Formula 1 World Championship at this weekend’s United States Grand Prix. Mercedes driver Hamilton trailed title rival Sebastian Vettel after July’s British Grand Prix but their fortunes have drastically altered in the event since. Vettel’s early exit on home soil in Germany marked the start of his title bid unravelling, as Hamilton went on to claim an unexpected triumph from 14th on the grid. Hamilton’s Hockenheim success was the first of six wins in a spell of just seven Grands Prix, and he heads to Austin on an unbroken streak of four victories. Hamilton holds a 67-point advantage and will clinch the title if...
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