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Japanese GP starting grid with penalties applied

The provisional starting grid for Sunday's Japanese Grand Prix will see five drivers launching their race from a demoted position thanks to penalties.

The cars of Fernando Alonso, Carlos Sainz and Jolyon Palmer took on additional power unit elements and are subsequently demoted 35, 20 and 20 spots on the grid.

Mercedes Valtteri Bottas who qualified second and Ferrari's Kimi Raikkonen who qualified sixth lose five places following gearbox changes.

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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.