Brown still revving through time at Laguna Seca

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McLaren Racing boss Zak Brown was back on track for the second consecutive weekend at Laguna Seca, this time as a competitor in the 2023 Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion at the WeatherTech Raceway.

This picture-prefect moment captures Brown at the wheel of his ex-Dan Gurney 1970 McLaren M8D en route to fourth place in Saturday's event for Group 7 cars from the era.

Whether he's managing McLaren's efforts in F1 or in IndyCar or racing on his own, Brown's commitment to the sport consistently shines through, making him not only a respected leader in the industry but also a true enthusiast who lives and breathes racing.

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.