Vettel drops it at the demo!

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Formula 1 staged an 'F1 Live' event in Milan on Wednesday, with Ferrari's Sebastian Vettel and Kimi Raikkonen on hand to offer fans a few thrilling demo runs up and down the streets of the city's Darsena area.

Vettel suffered an awkward moment however when his SF71-H understeered into the plastic barriers. Damage was limited however to a dislodged front wing and a bit of bruised ego…

Check out the video of the German driver's embarrassing mishap.

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.