Hamilton buoyed ahead of Brazil

LEWIS HAMILTON believes he has the psychological edge as he faces another title showdown in Brazil.

It is all in stark contrast to a year ago as Hamilton left Shanghai a distraught figure after throwing away his first chance to become Formula One’s first rookie world champion.

The 23-year-old was on course for the points needed to guarantee him the crown, only to beach his McLaren in the pit lane gravel trap as worn tyres and a damp track saw him slide into misery.