Lewis Hamilton and Usain Bolt share podium pose as Brit closes in on title with US Grand Prix win

Lewis Hamilton revelled in his "dream job" as he shared the podium with Usain Bolt following his US Grand Prix victory.

Hamilton lost out to fast-starting rival Sebastian Vettel on the uphill dash to the first corner of Sunday's race in Austin, but reclaimed the lead just six laps later.

The Briton survived a nervy opening pit stop, in which he rejoined the track just in front of Vettel, but this win - his ninth of an impressive season and fifth in the six grands prix since the summer break - rarely looked in doubt.

Hamilton, interviewed by Jamaican sprinting legend Bolt on the podium, said: "Bro, you've got to teach me to do the Bolt!"

The two them performed the Jamaican sprinter's signature pose, with Hamilton adding: "I am trying to catch you up dude! You have led the way.

"It has been an incredible year so far. There are still three races to go, so three more to win."

Vettel, now 66 points behind Hamilton with only 75 remaining, added: "At the start it was looking good. We got past Lewis, but then we realised we could not match his pace today.

"Towards the end we decided to pit again so the last laps were especially exciting, but overall it was not the result we wanted."

A jubilant Hamilton, who has won five of the six grands prix staged in Austin, said: "I think this track is now my favourite.

"A big congratulations to the team who have worked so hard back at the factory. They truly deserve it as they have been the best team this year.

"It is a dream job, and I know many of you would love to drive a Formula One car and I can tell you that it is the greatest experience and feeling in the world.

"I would not be here without my family. My brother is down here and my mum is up there, so I am sending you guys love."

Additional reporting by the Press Association.