F1 teams pay tribute to Haas team member Martin Shepherd

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F1 teams came together on Thursday at Portimão to pay tribute to Haas team member Martin Shepherd who passed away two weeks ago.

All the teams regrouped in the pitlane for a moment of silence that honoured their fallen colleague's memory whose name will proudly figure on Haas cars in this weekend's Portuguese Grand Prix.

A popular teammate with an ever-present smile and a passion for his job in the garage, Martin Shepherd was just 25-years-old.

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.