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It's been a challenging year for Valtteri Bottas, the Mercedes driver having yet to win a race this season as he struggles to keep up with team mate and championship leader Lewis Hamilton.

Add to that the fact that he is now clearly confined to a secondary role at the Silver Arrows squad, one wouldn't blame the Finn for feeling a bit defeated.

But Bottas' strong character follows a simple rule: a winner is a dreamer who never gave up! Thus he survives to fight another day…

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.