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Topping up an impressive collection

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Everyone knows that Fernando Alonso is an avid collector of his colleagues' racing helmets which he prominently displays in his own personal museum. Here, it looks like he's topping up his assortment with Daniil Kvyat's latest lid. One can just imagine Fernando in a few decades, as an elderly bearded gentleman, enjoying a cognac and a cigar in his favourite armchair while musing over his colorful collection.

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.