F1 fans to vote on classic Malaysian GP stream

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The Formula One Group is providing fans with the ability to vote on a classic Malaysian GP which shall be streamed in full on F1's official website and Youtube channel.

Since its takeover by Liberty Media at the end of last year, Formula 1 has been ramping up the use of its digital content and archives, with distribution conducted through its website, Youtube and its social media accounts.

The sport will likely see the launch of an over-the-top (OTT) online broadcasting platform sometime in the future, but in the interim it will broadcast a full race next week with fans offered the choice between the 2001, 2003 and 2012 Sepang races.

The vote will be tallied through Twitter and the winning race will be revealed next week.

While the event is seen as a one-off for now, F1 could repeat the experience depending on the initiative's success.

This year's Malaysia GP will be F1's nineteenth and last visit to Sepang as the race has not been retained for next year.

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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.