Hamilton scoops GQ Sportsman of the Year Award

Lewis Hamilton has received the 2015 GQ Sportsman of the Year Award at a function held in the wake of his Italian Grand Prix victory.

GC Reported on their website: "Two-time Formula 1 World Champion Lewis Hamilton is unquestionably one of the leading sportsmen of his generation. His unforgettable debut season of 2007, in which Hamilton looked destined to win the championship only to lose it at the last hurdle, announced the arrival of a new sporting superstar."

"He won the world title in 2008, on the final corner of the final lap of the final race, and looked set to dominate for years to come. However, bad luck and car troubles meant Hamilton was forced to watch as Sebastian Vettel reeled off four straight championship victories."

"Was Hamilton destined to be a one-title wonder like compatriots James Hunt and, as seems likely, Jenson Button?"

"Not a chance. A move to Mercedes proved inspired and last year Hamilton triumphed over teammate Nico Rosberg in a classic title duel. His good looks, celebrity girlfriends - most notably Nicole Scherzinger - and outspoken nature means Hamilton will always be the marquee name on the grid. But at last driving success has returned as well."

"At the time of writing, Hamilton leads the 2015 championship by 29 points. The third title is most definitely on."

Lewis Hamilton was presented with his award by Chiwetel Ejiofor.