One Kentucky kid's worthy effort in Formula 1

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It's cheers to Danny Sullivan on this day as the former F1 driver and 1985 Indy 500 winner turns 75-years-young.

This Kentucky kid's effort in Formula 1 was not without merit. The American showed good potential in his single year in Grand Prix racing with Ken Tyrrell in 1983.

His best result came at Monaco where Sullivan hustled his nimble Cosworth-powered Tyrrell 011 to fifth place.

In the end though, Danny Boy would find his calling in IndyCar, achieving his moment of glory at Indianapolis in 1985 with Team Penske thanks to a triumph famously known as a "Spin and Win", a reference to Sullivan's massive damage-free 360-degree gyration on lap 120 while battling Mario Andretti.

Sullivan is still a frequent visitor to the F1 paddock, often officiating as an FIA Drivers' Steward.

Phillip van Osten

Motor racing was a backdrop from the outset in Phillip van Osten's life. Born in Southern California, Phillip grew up with the sights and sounds of fast cars thanks to his father, Dick van Osten, an editor and writer for Auto Speed and Sport and Motor Trend. Phillip's passion for racing grew even more when his family moved to Europe and he became acquainted with the extraordinary world of Grand Prix racing. He was an early contributor to the monthly French F1i Magazine, often providing a historic or business perspective on Formula 1's affairs. In 2012, he co-authored along with fellow journalist Pierre Van Vliet the English-language adaptation of a limited edition book devoted to the great Belgian driver Jacky Ickx. He also authored "The American Legacy in Formula 1", a book which recounts the trials and tribulations of American drivers in Grand Prix racing. Phillip is also a commentator for Belgian broadcaster Be.TV for the US Indycar series.