Franchitti leads moving tribute to Jim Clark at Goodwood

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In a stunning tribute at Goodwood last weekend, three-time Indy 500 winner Dario Franchitti led a parade of over 30 cars honoring the career of the great Jim Clark.

Franchitti was at the wheel of Clark’s iconic Lotus 38 – victorious at Indy with the Scot during the latter’s banner 1965 season – but the array of machines showcased the legendary driver’s versatility, as it featured his Lotus 25, Ford Cortinas from his touring car triumphs, a 1967 Lotus 45 (steered on the day by Damon Hill) and many other classic Clark cars.

The spectacular field entertained a delighted crowd, eager to witness and reflect on a legacy celebrating one of the greatest drivers in motorsport history.

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.