Under Construction! When complete, this will be a look at the life and career of Mike Hawthorn's father, Leslie - the man who stood behind him all the way in his racing career until his own tragic death in 1954 at the age of 51.

Mike Hawthorns father Leslie and his mother (far right) taken at their home. Date is unknown. As far as we know, Mike didn't have a sister so who is the girl at centre?

Leslie Hawthorn racing his motorcycle pre-World War II

Leslie Hawthorn proudly poses with his 6-light Riley Kestrel saloon

Mike Hawthorn and his father Leslie taken together in 1952