A helmet swap and a big accolade for Russell

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George Russell and Fernando Alonso exchanged helmets last weekend in Monaco, but for the Williams driver, the swap came with a massive pat on the back by the Spaniard.

Alonso will add Russell's lid to his ever-increasing collection at his museum at Cayés in the Asturias, but before gifting his own helmet to the Briton, the two-time world champion took the time to pen a few good words.

"George, you rock!! Future World Champion."

And Alonso knows a future F1 world champion when he meets one...

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.