Seb back behind the wheel of a Red Bull!

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No, not that Seb. We're talking about Sebastien Buemi who has been drafted in by Red Bull Racing for Pirelli's two day tyre test at Silverstone.

The sessions are part of the Italian company's 2019 development programme. Conducted in the wake of the British Grand Prix, the test also includes Williams, with Robert Kubica behind the wheel, and Haas, with Romain Grosjean on duty.

As a reminder, teams aren't allowed to carry out any development work of their own on their cars, and everyone is kept in the dark about what tyres they're running, so no knowledge can be gained.

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.