Vandoorne to start last after last-minute engine change!

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Stoffel Vandoorne original 5-spot grid penalty in the US GP just got boosted to 30 following a last-minute power unit change by Honda.

The Japanese manufacturer detected an MHU-H issue earlier today and opted to change the component as a measure of precaution.

The McLaren driver had already incurred a 5-spot grid drop earlier in the weekend which, added to the latest 25-place demotion will leave the Belgian dead last on today's starting grid.

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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.