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Lewis Hamilton wins third World Championship

Lewis Hamilton sealed his third World Championship when he won the US Grand Prix in Austin, Texas.

"This is the greatest moment of my life,” the 30-year-old Mercedes driver said as he crossed the line.

Hamilton is only the second British driver after Sir Jackie Stewart to win three world titles.

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Current and ex-drivers congratulate Hamilton on title win

Lewis Hamilton's fellow drivers joined the thousands of people around the globe congratulating him on winning his third Formula One world championship.

Former teammate and double title-winner Fernando Alonso, 1992 champion Nigel Mansell and fellow Brit Will Stevens were among those to tweet their support.

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