McLaren has found its grill masters!

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Before idling its MTC for a well-deserved break, McLaren expressed its appreciation for the outstanding efforts of its racing team by gathering its members for a family barbecue on Monday at Woking.

They say that good barbecue comes from experience, so none other than McLaren boss and foodie Zak Brown was entrusted with the role of chief grill master at the cookout.

Leading by example, Brown was mindful however of ensuring that the up-and-coming get their turn at the grill, a task Lando Norris predictably handled with searing talent!

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.