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Lewis Hamilton celebrates winning Japanese Grand Prix with Mo Farah tribute

British stars have both tasted their fair share of success on the track and took time to appreciate each other's work

LEWIS HAMILTON paid tribute to fellow track star Mo Farah after winning the Japanese Grand Prix.

Farah was at Suzuka to watch the Mercedes ace extend his lead in the world title race to 59 points after Sebastian Vettel's retirement.

 Lewis Hamilton took full advantage of Sebastian Vettel's retirement
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Lewis Hamilton took full advantage of Sebastian Vettel's retirementCredit: EPA
 Mo Farah watched Hamilton at Suzuka and will have been pleased to see his celebration
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Mo Farah watched Hamilton at Suzuka and will have been pleased to see his celebrationCredit: Reuters

And Hamilton celebrated by striking the runner's famous pose before admitting he now held a dream position.

He said: "We have had such a great crowd this week you always look after us so well and the support was immense.

"I am grateful for that. The track was fantastic.

"The team did an incredible job. Max (Verstappen) had an outstanding race. It wasn't an easy one at all.

 Hamilton adopts Farah's signature pose after the race
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Hamilton adopts Farah's signature pose after the raceCredit: EPA
 The pair of two of Britain's most succesful sport stars
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The pair of two of Britain's most succesful sport starsCredit: Getty

"I could only have dreamed of having this kind of gap. Ferrari have put on such a great challenge all season long.

"My team have done a great job. They are so meticulous and that is why we have the reliability we are having."

 Lewis Hamilton gives a V for victory at the Japanese Grand Prix
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Lewis Hamilton gives a V for victory at the Japanese Grand PrixCredit: Getty Images
 Lewis Hamilton jumps out of his car after extending his commanding lead
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Lewis Hamilton jumps out of his car after extending his commanding leadCredit: Reuters

Hamilton can now wrap up the championship on a Texas track where he has won four times in five years.

There are 100 points left to play for, meaning the British speedster is set to join the German on four world titles.

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