Lewis Hamilton is ready to put money on fellow Briton Jenson Button taking his Formula One world crown this season.
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Lewis Hamilton is ready to put money on fellow Briton Jenson Button taking his Formula One world crown this season.
As for Hamilton, he now trails Button by 42 points, and barring a miracle, the 24-year-old's reign will be for one season only.
It is now all eyes on Button, and Hamilton for one is right behind him as he said: "Jenson and the Brawn team are doing a fantastic job this year.
"Clearly, he is in the best position to win the championship. All the best to him. I'd definitely put my money on him."
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