Jolyon Palmer joins the queue at Williams

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Jolyon Palmer has offered his services to Williams for next season, according to the still-Renault driver's father, Jonthan Palmer.

The French team slipped the British driver his pink sheet last weekend in Singapore as Carlos Sainz joins the yellow outfit for 2018.

Palmer responded positively however, achieving a career-best F1 finish on Sunday, concluding his Singapore GP in sixth place, a result which will hopefully boost his prospects for next season.

"I hope I can build on this confidence," he said.

"Of course I want to stay in Formula 1, and there are other options. Whatever happens, happens."

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Palmer's father, UK racing circuit mogul Jonathan, is hawking his son's talents up and down the paddock at present.

The best opportunity is Williams, which is undecided on Felipe Massa's future and whose short list is rumored to include Robert Kubica, Paul di Resta, Marcus Ericsson and now, Jolyon Palmer.

Palmer senior believes his boy could be a genuine contender for the coveted seat, if he can sustain his Singapore momentum in the upcoming races.

"A few good races and Williams might take notice," said the former F1 driver who actually made his F1 debut with Williams back in 1983.

"Williams will want to take their best option and he has the chance to show he is that over the next few races."

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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.