Hamilton still speed king: Button

Formula One 2009 champion Jenson Button has reportedly told 2008 champion Lewis Hamilton that in his eyes Hamilton is still the speed king.

Button became the first teammate to beat Hamilton in his fellow Brit8217;s F1 career as he took the runners-up spot in the championship.

He8217;s still got the speed. He had some tough races but also some great ones, McLaren ace Button was quoted as saying by The Sun.

Meanwhile,Button has also agreed to a new three-year deal with McLaren.