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Hamilton back in the driving seat for Goodwood Festival of Speed
28 May 2008
Lewis Hamilton will again compete in this year's Goodwood Festival of Speed.
Hamilton will attack the famed 1.16-mile hill climb in his McLaren-Mercedes as he did last year, thrilling 50,000 fans who attended despite the appalling wet weather.
The 23-year-old, who leads the Formula One drivers' standings by three points following his victory in Monaco on Sunday, will be looking to attend the event as British Grand Prix winner.
Star attraction: Hamilton takes part in a hill climb during the rain-soaked Goodwood Festival of Speed last year.
The Festival takes place on July 13, a week after the British round of the world championship at Silverstone.
The theme - 'Hawthorn to Hamilton - Britain's Love Affair with World Motor Sport' - celebrates 50 years since Mike Hawthorn became Britain's first F1 world champion in 1958.
Festival founder, The Earl of March said: "It will be great if Lewis can repeat Hawthorn's F1 success 50 years ago and win the world championship for Britain this year."
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