It's already all downhill for Alexander Albon!

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Alexander Albon was on hand at Kitzbühel recently for Red Bull's annual charity event, but the Toro Rosso rookie took a conservative approach to the slopes.

The British-Thai racer, who steps up to the big time this season, hopes to be king of the hill one day, but in the interim he prefers to remain down to earth.

Albon therefore sledded his way downhill as skiing isn't part of his many skills.

Regardless, he's ready to kick some wax!

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.