Race and classic pictures

A young 'Il Leone' on his way to stardom

Nigel Mansell is seen here in 1977 behind the wheel of his Crossle, on his way to winning the British Fusegear Formula Ford 1600 championship.

If you'd like to get up close and personal with this very car, and with other Mansell winning machines, like the legendary Williams FW14B, head over to the The London Classic Car Show which celebrates this year the remarkable career of the 1992 F1 world champion.

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.