LEWIS Hamilton would love nothing more than a straightforward race in Brazil this Sunday as he attempts to keep his mind clear of the battle for the Formula One world title.
With just two grand prix remaining, at Interlagos and then in Abu Dhabi a week later in a punishing end to the year, Hamilton’s fate is out of his hands.
The Briton is third in the standings and is in desperate need of some assistance as he trails championship leader Fernando Alonso by 21 points and Mark Webber by 10.
With Sebastian Vettel also in the frame as he is 25 points adrift, these are tense, nervous times for the four main title contenders, with Jenson Button surely too far behind at 42 points down.
Hamilton, though, is firmly in the hunt ahead of the race and at an Interlagos circuit that has provided its fair share of drama over the seasons for the 25-year-old.
It is no wonder Hamilton would prefer a Sunday afternoon stroll as he said: “I always seem to have a unique experience in Brazil.
“In my first year in Formula One I battled past a load of cars, but could only finish seventh, losing out on the world championship.
“The following year I had another tricky race, but managed to take fifth position on the final lap to win the world title.
“Last year we got qualifying wrong, I started 17th and used KERS to boost my way up to third in one of the best races of my career.
“I guess what I’m saying is I’d like a nice, straightforward race this year.”
