The outspoken Doncaster-born Top Gear presenter's no-nonsense approach to political correctness, his wit and dislike of speed cameras and caravans made him the firm favourite with British blokes.

Barnsley's veteran chat show host Michael Parkinson also makes an appearance in the list - placed 18th.

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Second in the poll of 4,000 men was Indiana Jones star Ray Winstone, followed by foul-mouthed chef Gordon Ramsay.

Tough-talking Apprentice boss Alan Sugar came fourth while Dirty Harry star Clint Eastwood was fifth.

Jon Dixon, spokesman for XXX Mints which carried out the poll, said: "Jeremy Clarkson was the clear winner. He's confident, knowledgeable and just a little bit arrogant, which are traits that men clearly admire in other men."

Welsh boxing sensation Joe Calzaghi came sixth and Die hard actor Bruce Willis was seventh.

Jon added: "When it comes to 'men's men', strength seems to be intrinsically linked. Now Clarkson's gobby attitude and Winstone's 'hard man' persona are what today's men look for in their heroes."

Eighth place went to funnyman Peter Kay, while footballer David Beckham is in ninth place.

The Office creator Ricky Gervais completes the top 10.

Other blokes to feature in the poll include Formula One ace Lewis Hamilton, at 13, and self-proclaimed saviour of Radio One Chris Moyles, at 14.

TOP 10 MEN WHO MEN LOVE

1. Jeremy Clarkson

2. Ray Winstone

3. Gordon Ramsey

4. Alan Sugar

5. Clint Eastwood

6. Joe Calzaghe

7. Bruce Willis

8. Peter Kay

9. David Beckham

10. Ricky Gervais


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