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At the top of Hamilton's wish-list: 'More ladies, less dudes!'

Lewis Hamilton has told F1's new owners that he would like to see a few changes to the sport's track-side environment.

Asked during Thursday's media session for their wish-list  for the Formula 1, Hamilton and a few of his leading colleagues delivered their wants.

"A Miami race and more ladies in the paddock," said the 32-year-old superstar.

"More access for the women, there's too many dudes in the paddock."

The Mercedes driver went a bit old school however when questioned about the future of F1's power units, agreeing with Red Bull's Daniel Ricciardo who lamented the era of the "electric engine".

But he contradicted Fernando Alonso's wish for "equal engines" for everyone.

"I don't agree with that one. Not electric and not Honda," Hamilton mischievously shot back at Alonso.

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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.

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