Hamilton also fended off speculation that he might take a knee when the American national anthem is played before Sunday’s race. For example, if Hamilton again wins a race which he’s won four of the last five years, Vettel would have to finish sixth or lower to give the title to Hamilton. Outside of the two races he didn’t finish, Vettel has finished lower than fourth just once. He cruised to wins in 2014 and 2016 and his rain-soaked victory in 2015 clinched the season championship with three races left on the schedule. Hamilton won from pole last year and from P2 in 2012, 2014 and 2015.

Source: National Post October 19, 2017 19:18 UTC