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George and Carmen revel in epic Roland Garros men’s final

George Russell and girlfriend Carmen Mundt soaked up the electric atmosphere at Roland Garros on Sunday, captivated by the epic 2025 Men’s Final.

Carlos Alcaraz’s stunning comeback against Jannik Sinner – overcoming two sets down and saving three championship points – delivered a historic, five-hour-29-minute thriller, the longest French Open final ever.

The Mercedes driver and his better half, stylish and enthralled, joined a star-studded crowd to witness Alcaraz’s fifth Grand Slam triumph, a breathtaking display of resilience and skill.

“What an insane match of tennis at Roland Garros!!” Russell wrote on Instagram. “Both worthy winners!! Congratulations @carlitosalcarazz & @janniksin on a crazy match

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.

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