British win sparks Lewis

LEWIS Hamilton attributes his surge to the top of the Formula One drivers world championship to an increased level of “heart and passion” since winning the British Grand Prix in July.

The 32-year-old Briton, whose victory in Sunday’s Italian GP lifted him three points clear of Sebastian Vettel of Ferrari, has won three of the last four races to become leader.

“To come through these last races – they’ve been real solid races – I think I’ve felt more heart and passion within myself,” said Hamilton.