Gutierrez revives memories of Rodriguez in Monaco

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Esteban Gutierrez channeled his inner Pedro Rodriguez in this weekend's Historic Monaco Grand Prix, the Mexican racing in the event onboard his late countryman's 1970 Belgian Grand Prix-winning BRM P153.

"I know that Pedro won with this car, how historic the event is and the support it has had from the fans," said Esteban ahead of this weekend's event.

"Back on the streets of Monaco and what better than driving a car so representative for our country and the history of motorsport".

Decked out in period-coloured overalls and sporting Rodriguez's classic helmet livery, Gutierrez man-handled the V12-powered machine around the Principality's twisty layout to qualify third in the Series D event for 3-litre Grand Prix cars from 1966 to 1972.

Unfortunately, the car's engine gave up the ghost in Sunday's race while Gutierrez was running third.

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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.