Son of the former 1982 F1 World Champion Keke Rosberg, all eyes were on the youngster when he made his debut in the 2006 Brazilian Grand Prix. He certainly did not disappoint with an impressive 7th position and also recording the fastest lap - thus becoming the youngest driver in history to do so.

Nicknamed "Britney" (after pop star Britney Spears) for his marketing potential due to his good looks and impressive results, Nico Rosberg is treasured by Williams team principal Frank Williams. With Fernando Alonso's departure from Mclaren Mercedes, Nico had been piped as one of the top contender for a seat in the Woking-based team. However, Frank Williams has reiterated again and again that Nico is not for sale, with Nico himself promising to start a revolution in the Williams team by bringing them to glory.