Norris left stranded in the sandbox!

It should have been a day of celebrations for McLaren junior Lando Norris yesterday at the Red Bull Ring in Spielberg.

The 17-year-old was on his way to clinch the European F3 title with one round to spare when he was punted off on the final lap after a late outbraking move by rival Ralf Aron.

A desolate Norris was left pondering his unlucky fate in the sandbox.

It will likely all come together for the talented Brit however in two weeks when he savours a job well done this season at the F3 final round in Hockenheim.

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.