Antonelli pays tribute to the spirit of Senna

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Ahead of this weekend’s São Paulo GP, Mercedes rookie Kimi Antonelli took a moment on Wednesday to visit the resting place of Ayrton Senna at Morumbi Cemetery.

The great Brazilian left this world twelve years before the young Italian was born, yet for Antonelli, the connection runs deeper than time.

Like countless young racers before him, he grew up hearing Senna’s name spoken with reverence, his courage and conviction shaping what it means to drive with heart.

At Morumbi, Kimi paused to reflect on a driver whose legacy transcends generations. In a quiet moment of contemplation, he paid his respects not just to Senna’s memory, but to the ideals that continue to guide every racer who dares to chase greatness.

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.