Waving the 'Race 1000' checkers in Shanghai

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Sunday's landmark Chinese Grand Prix wasn't the nail-biting, action-packed anniversary event everyone hoped it would be.

However, the milestone race concluded in style, with a wave of the checkered flag by F1 legend Alain Prost.

The four-time world champion fittingly saluted in Shanghai five-time title holder - Lewis Hamilton - for his 75th career win in F1.

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.