Lewis Hamilton gets a special gift from Juan Manuel Fangio II

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As everyone knows, two weeks ago in Mexico City, Lewis Hamilton clinched his fifth world championship, becoming only the second driver in F1 history - after Michael Schumacher - to match the achievement of the legendary Juan Manuel Fangio.

Fast-forward to Interlagos this week where, to commemorate the Mercedes driver's exploit, he was presented with a very special gift by the great Argentinean driver's nephew, Juan Manuel Fangio II, a man who also distinguished himself in motorsport, mainly in the American IMSA series in which he drove for Dan Gurney's All American Racer's outfit.

Check out the video depicting the emotional moment when Hamilton is honored by Fangio's nephew. And the Brit actually had a special treat of his own to give to the Argentine…

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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.