Zandvoort studying a return of the Dutch GP!

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There's no question the emergence of Max Verstappen has rekindled the interest of Holland for Grand Prix racing.

The last time Formula 1 raced around the dunes of Zandvoort was in 1985, but the Dutch circuit has apparently ordered a feasibility study to review whether hosting an F1 race makes any financial sense, according to Dutch paper Haarlem Dagblad.

Any endeavor to get a Dutch GP back on the calendar would obviously require extensive work to upgrade the circuit and its infrastructure to modern day F1 standards, which in turn entails securing the proper funding.

Last year, local hero Max Verstappen did a few demo laps with Red Bull, much to the pleasure of a packed house.

Zandvoort 's current main events are the Masters of F3 race and a round of the German DTM series.

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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.