McLaren unveils bronze bust in honour of Mansour Ojjeh

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The McLaren family came together on Monday in Woking to honour the memory of the late Mansour Ojjeh.

The prominent McLaren shareholder, who was instrumental in ensuring the team's growth and success after its takeover by Ron Dennis in 1981, passed away in June 2021, aged 68.

In honour of the team's loyal backer, McLaren Racing boss Zak Brown commissioned from famed sculptor Paul Oz a bronze bust of Mansour Ojjeh that was unveiled in the presence of the French-Saud Arabian's wife Kathy and two of their children.

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.