Video: Hamilton bolts down Usain!

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In his own version of 'The Fast and Furious', Lewis Hamilton took Usain Bolt for the ride of his life before Sunday's US Grand Prix.

The pre-race stunt saw the Mercedes driver wring the neck of an AMG GT R around COTA, with the eight-time Olympic champion screaming and holding on for his life!

"I was on the limit. We nearly crashed several times. I wasn't looking where I was going. Don't do that at home," said Hamilton.

"He may be the fastest dude in the world, but I thought I would scare him. He had to retire before risking doing that with me, but it's an honour to have him here."

Check out the video of the pair's theatrics.

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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.