By the numbers

8

The number of points Lewis Hamilton needs to claim his fifth Formula 1 world title in the US tomorrow. He is 67 points clear of rival Sebastian Vettel with three races and a maximum 75 points remaining after Texas.

34

The record number of Currie Cup titles Western Province have won, with four shared. The Blue Bulls are second on the list with 23, followed by the Lions (11), and Sharks (seven). All four teams are in this weekend’s semifinals.