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Onwards to Brazil, scene of Lewis Hamilton's greatest day in the sport back in 2008 when he clinched his first - and as yet only - world title. The Briton can't win the title next Sunday, but he can certainly move a giant step closer.

That said, anything can still happen and there are double points on offer in Abu Dhabi, which could really shake things up.

Thanks for your company and contributions. It's been a blast. See you back here Friday. Until then, it's good night from me!

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So was today the day that Nico Rosberg's confidence took a knock-out blow, the German once again having no answer to Mercedes' team-mate Lewis Hamilton's charge to victory from second on the grid?

Keep an eye on the F1 pages or follow @bbcf1 on Twitter for all the reaction from the Austin paddock and the latest news ahead of next weekend's Brazilian Grand Prix.

The pack up has begun in Austin, with Sao Paulo the next stop for the Formula 1 circus. We go from a newish circuit to an old but absolute classic in the form of Interlagos, with first practice kicking off at 12:00 GMT on Friday. Live text commentary will kick off at 11:30.

It was a good day for Williams in terms of the constructors' championship, with the Grove-based team increasing their lead in third place to 42 points over Ferrari. You can see the full standings here.

Reach for your remotes, folks. Or click the Live Coverage tab at the top of the page because Suzi Perry and the team are go, go, go on BBC One with the United States Grand Prix highlights programme.

Today was Mercedes' 10th one-two finish of the season, tying McLaren's record from 1988. It was also the 12th race they've led from start-to-finish, which also ties McLaren's record from 1988.

Force India:, external Tough day at the office today. At least only a few days until we're back in action in Brazil!

If you want to catch up on the race you can read the report here or wait for the highlights, which start on BBC One in eight minutes' time.

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Lotus on Twitter, external: Hey @JeanEricVergne, @RGrosjean's a little annoyed at what you did to his car! Thanks for returning it.

Today's result means that championship will be decided at the finale in Abu Dhabi, no matter what happens next weekend in Brazil.

James Brandon, external: Can't see past Hamilton for the title now, even with the double points party in Abu Dhabi.

Justin, external: Great race by Lewis Hamilton, let's hope the double point situation in Abu Dhabi doesn't bite him.

Rachel, external: Allowed the kids to stay up for all of that. British sporting history! Take a bow Lewis Hamilton!

"We are doing what we can," says Red Bull's Daniel Ricciardo, who finished third. "We all had a great weekend so thank to all the fans. It's a pleasure to come out here.

"Thanks to Red Bull for giving me a package to fight for the podium and I'm really happy with third place.

"You can overtake here. I got Magnussen and then Alonso on the restart so it wasn't too boring out there."

"It kind of sucks for me today," says Nico Rosberg, who finished second. "It took too long for me to find my rhythm. Once Hamilton got by I found my rhythm but that was too late."

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Mercedes on Twitter, external: Here's your #USGP podium folks! Give it up for @LewisHamilton & @nico_rosberg!!

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"I have an incredible team and an incredible car and I had a great opponent today," said race winner Lewis Hamilton. "It is such a privilege to represent my country and to be top of the driver wins is quite special. The car was great today."

Lewis Hamilton asks 1978 world champion Mario Andretti for his Stetson while being interviewed but the American says no, adding "not while I'm doing my official duties". But the Briton gets his wish one the interviews are done and dusted, although it's a bit small for him...

Daniel Ricciardo's third place is his eighth podium of what has been a stunning season. However, the race result means he is now eliminated from the title fight. Only Lewis Hamilton and Nico Rosberg can mathematically win this year's title now.

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Here's a random fact for you. It's six years to the day since Lewis Hamilton won the world title at the 2008 Brazilian Grand Prix.

Pete, external: Supreme drive yet again from Lewis Hamilton! he's like a Champion Boxer keeping his opponent at arms-length; always doing just enough.

Andrew Priestley, external: Brilliant victory from Lewis Hamilton. He managed his tyres, his own race and the gap to Rosberg so well.

Ibraheem Khan, external: Hamilton wins! Got an answer to everything Nico can throw at him at the moment. Imperious form!