Lewis Hamilton's first F1 win came on this day in 2007, at the Canadian Grand Prix.

It was the young McLaren's drivers sixth race and a natural progression as he had finished on the podium in the previous five.

The win put Hamilton ahead in the world championship by eight points from team mate Fernando Alonso.

"I have to dedicate this win to my dad - without him this wouldn't have been possible," said the 22-year-old back then.

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.

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