The FIA President supports Mick Schumacher

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FIA President Jean Todt travelled to Silverstone to witness the European F3 debut of Mick Schumacher, a young man he's been acquainted with since he was born.

Todt tweeted the pic, adding: "It's good to be at Silverstone with Corrina and Mick. It reminds me of great times."

It was a rather low-profile start however for the 18-year-old son of the F1 legend, with Schumacher placing P8 on Friday and P6 yesterday.

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.