An emotional trip down memory lane for Jean Todt

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FIA president Jean Todt traveled to the Nurburgring this weekend to check out the DTM and European F3 fields, and also witness Mick Schumacher's amazing hat-trick in the junior series.

On his way back, Todt and his wife Michelle Yeoh stopped in Cologne to visit the impressive Michael Schumacher exhibition showcasing a fantastic collection of cars, trophies and memorabilia associated with the F1 legend's career.

It was no doubt an emotional trip down memory lane for Todt, who played an instrumental part in the great German driver's success during his golden Ferrari period.

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.