Gasly's pain, pleasure and California Dreamin'

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Before the start of an important season that will see him step up to the next level, Pierre Gasly headed west to California to kick start his physical preparation and enjoy some winter warmth with girlfriend Caterina.

The couple settled for a couple of weeks in Los Angeles, taking in the sights and sounds of the City of Angels, with visits to Universal Studios or the Getty Museum interspersed with a few torture sessions concocted by Red Bull performance coach Pyry Salmela.

The road to Melbourne is one of pain and suffering!

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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.