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McLaren driver Hamilton stands on the brink of becoming the youngest person to claim the title, only the second driver to win the championship in his second season, and the first Briton to take the crown since Damon Hill 12 years ago.

"I know I have a really tough battle ahead of me, so it's important I remain in control emotionally and mentally," said the 23-year-old, who is seven points clear of nearest rival Felipe Massa ahead of the Brazilian Grand Prix. "We need to keep our feet on the ground and head into the race with the approach we had in China. If we are able to do that, then we will be in a great position."

Hamilton was able to clear his mind in Shanghai of the negativity that had flowed his way in the wake of his performance only a week previously in Japan.

The young Briton drove virtually faultlessly to win at a canter and set him up for this weekend's date with destiny, which is again in his hands.

"To be in only my second season and to have had as many poles as I have, and as much success, I could only have dreamed of it," added Hamilton.

"It's still a dream even now, and hopefully we can continue with that dream in Brazil.

"We know we don't have to win. We just have to do a solid job, and that has to be our target."