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Hamilton stretches title lead with Japan win

Lewis Hamilton took a giant stride towards his fourth world title with victory in the Japanese Grand Prix as rival Sebastian Vettel retired early on. Ferrari's Vettel dropped out four laps into the race after slipping down the field from the start with an engine problem and Mercedes driver Hamilton now leads the German by 59 points with 100 available in the remaining four races. The Briton will clinch the title at the next race - the United States Grand Prix in Austin, Texas - if he wins and Vettel finishes lower than fifth. It continues a remarkable swing in the championship towards Hamilton and away from Vettel. If you like it put a ring on it: Hamilton is on the verge of an historic...
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