A pair of Brabhams enter Australian Motorsport Hall of Fame

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David and Geoff Brabham joined their legendary three-time world champion father, Sir Jack Brabham, in Australian Motorsport Hall of fame ahead of this weekend's Aussie GP.

"It’s a great honour to be inducted in to the Australian Hall of Fame, where I now feel part of a very special group of highly talented drivers and riders," said David Brabham.

"To be recognised by the voting committee for my own achievements is pretty special. Geoff also had an incredible career and its really cool that we could be inducted at the same time.

"The highlight of the evening was Jack being elevated to Legend status, which follows his induction in to the FIA Hall of Fame last December."

The Brabham name may soon once again rise to prominence thanks to the start of a brand new exciting chapter initiated by David, with the launch of Brabham Automotive, which is set to unveil its first project on Wednesday 2 May 2018.

But more about that at a later date...

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.