Still working hard for that long-awaited win

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By his own admittance, there's one thing missing from Valtteri Bottas' 2018 season so far: a race win.

He's come close on occasion, only to be robbed by wretched luck.

With the Drivers' title now done and dusted, Bottas' status as Lewis Hamilton's wingman should be discarded.

However, don't suggest to the Finn that the five-time world champion should hand him a well-deserved victory. Valtteri wants it only on his own merit, because that's what great champions are all about…

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.