Daniel Craig has been voted the world's sexiest man.

The British actor topped the poll, conducted by condom maker Durex, after showing off his toned muscles in his first outing as James Bond in hit 007 adventure Casino Royale.

The combination of Daniel's piercing blue eyes and rippling physique as he emerges from the sea in tiny blue swimming trunks in the movie proved to be a major vote winner.

He beat off stiff competition from a host of Hollywood heartthrobs, including George Clooney and Johnny Depp, to win the coveted title.

A Durex spokesman said: "Daniel Craig is an obvious choice. He has all the attributes that make a real icon."

The survey - which polled 4,000 women - saw British men outnumbering US stars eight-to-two in the top ten. Sin City actor Clive Owen finished as runner-up, while The Holiday star Jude Law came third.

George and Johnny flew the flag for America in fifth and sixth place.

AdvertisementAdvertisementFormer James Bond Pierce Brosnan rounded off the top ten, just below Pirates of the Caribbean actor Orlando Bloom, singer Robbie Williams and soccer star David Beckham.

Others to make it into the top 100 included screen icon Robert Redford and music mogul Simon Cowell.

World's Sexiest Man top ten:
1. Daniel Craig
2. Clive Owen
3. Jude Law
4. Steve Jones
5. George Clooney
6. Johnny Depp
7. David Beckham
8. Robbie Williams
9. Orlando Bloom
10. Pierce Brosnan