Silverstone Speed Trap: who is the fastest of them all?

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Silverstone's high speed layout makes it one of the fastest tracks on the Grand Prix calendar, a fact supported by yesterday's speed trap readings in qualifying.

Felipe Massa topped the maximum speed read-out in the Williams with a 325.2 km/h, and a relatively comfortable 3 km/h advantage over Valtteri Bottas' Mercedes.

The usual suspects were found at the other end of the spectrum with Sauber's pair of drivers closing out the list, a whopping 25km/h behind the fastest car!

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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.