When a Superswede got caught out by the snow!

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Ever wondered if there was once a race impacted by snow in the history of Formula 1?

There's no record of a flurry wreaking havoc on a world championship Grand Prix, but the weather at the International Trophy at Silverstone in 1973 certainly through a spanner into the works for several drivers.

That year, the traditional early season non-championship event was held in very cold temperatures. Ronnie Peterson had put himself in command in the opening stages of the race and looked set for a victorious home run until an icy wind turned into flurries of snow and blew the Lotus driver off at Becketts!

Peterson eventually recovered to hold second place while Jackie Stewart's Tyrrell ran unchallenged to the checkered flag.

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.