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drivers to watch Austin Way consulted a team of experts for insight into the top racers' styles and to predict their odds of winning. The Mercedes AMG Petronas F1 team driver has been locked in a tight battle with teammate Nico Rosberg all season. A fast and daring driver, Hamilton, 29, looks poised to add another championship to his 2008 world title; he won the inaugural US Grand Prix in Austin in 2012. Lewis HamiLton One of the most successful F1 drivers of all time, Vettel, 27, has won each of the past four world championships. The German has struggled this season to come to grips with a new car, but he's still a fan favorite. This will be his last season with Infiniti Red Bull Racing. sebastian VetteL The only American currently in Formula One, the 23 -year-old California native unfortunately has yet to compete in a race. Rossi is a test and reserve driver for the Russian-backed Marussia F1 Team and is expected to participate in the first practice session of the US Grand Prix, while driving for the Caterham F1 Team. aLexander rossi The 25-year-old Australian joined Infiniti Red Bull Racing this season and has made the most of the move: racking up several victories and winning over fans with an ever-present smile. Calculating and precise while in a car, Ricciardo is equally enthusiastic and friendly outside of it. danieL ricciardo The German-born Rosberg, 29, who is teammates with Lewis Hamilton, has driven for Mercedes AMG Petronas F1 team since 2010. But the soft-spoken and quick driver has had a breakout season this year, winning multiple races and often qualifying on pole. nico rosberg Born in Guadalajara, Mexico (400 miles south of Austin), Perez, 24, always has a large contingent of Mexican fans cheer for him at COTA. "Checo," as he is known, has appeared to remain positive despite a disappoint- ing season driving for the Sahara Force India F1 Team. sergio PÉrez "As a venue, Circuit of the Americas is world-class when it comes to road racing. This is something that unfortunately has been lacking in the United States, but it's here now. It's what we needed here. This space can offer so much—look how successful the X Games were. It's a charming city, and the hospitality has been tremendous. It's a great marriage with this event." —Driving legend Mario Andretti, official ambassador of COTA and the Formula One US Grand Prix 09 COTA love THE SWEETEST RIDES At Motostalgia at the Long Center for the Performing Arts, car lovers can bid on some of the most beautiful vehicles ever made. In addition to a gala event on October 31, discerning car collectors can bid on about 80 of the rarest and finest automobiles in the world, including a 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulietta Sprint Speciale, a 1972 Citroen SM, and a 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 SL. October 31, Ladies Vintage Chapeau Day, 11 am–4 pm. Vintage Theme Gala, 6–11 pm. November 1, Collector Car Auction, 2 pm. The Long Center, 701 W. Riverside Dr.; for registration and pricing contact Motostalgia, 512-813-0636; motostalgia.com A 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulietta—similar to the one France's former Prime Minister Francois Fillon drove during the Le Mans race this past July—will be auctioned off at Motostalgia. 08 10 AUSTINWAY.com 95