British Prime Minister congratulates Button

As Brawn GP driver Jenson Button crowned himself 2009 Formula One World Champion after yesterday's Brazilian Grand Prix, the British Prime Minister, Gordon Brown, congratulated his compatriot for his performances over the season.

Gordon Brown: "I want to send my warmest congratulations to Jenson Button for clinching the Formula One drivers' championship in Brazil, on the same circuit that Lewis Hamilton won the drivers' championship last year. We can be proud that Jenson is the 10th British driver to win the title. His performances over the season with the new Brawn team have excited Formula One fans in Britain and across the world, and we look forward to his continuing success in the seasons ahead."