Hamilton second in qualifying

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Ferrari's Massa thrilled his home fans at the Interlagos circuit with a searing lap in the final qualifying session - and he will lead away the field for the ninth time in his career.

Alongside him on the front row of the grid will be championship leader Hamilton for McLaren, with title rivals Kimi Raikkonen and Fernando Alonso directly behind him - just as he would want it.

A smiling Hamilton said: "It was very close.

"I really enjoyed the qualifying session. The car was good to drive, and I produced a good lap - losing a little bit of time in the last corner.

"But apart from that, I'm very happy. It's a good place to start."

He added: "I'm just buzzing. I'm really excited. I feel very relaxed, the car is great and I love the circuit.

"There are quite a lot of British flags out there, so I'm glad I have a lot of support."

Regarding yesterday's first practice when McLaren illegally used two sets of wet tyres on Hamilton's car and picked up a £10,500 fine, he insisted: "It wasn't down to me.

"I sit in the car and do what I'm told. We got a fine. Fortunately, I don't have to pay for it."