Even without F1, Hamilton just keeps climbing

F1 couldn't clear the coronavirus wall in Australia, but Lewis Hamilton, who has remained in Melbourne, undertook on Saturday to climb a rampart of a different sort.

Flanked by faithful Kiwi performance coach Angela Cullen, Hamilton tackled the grips of an indoor climbing wall, just to keep with his mantra that every mountain top is within reach.

"Gutted to not be qualifying today," Hamilton wrote on social media. "I decided to stick around Melbourne and go indoor rock climbing. It’s a great way for me to keep focused.

"I just wanted to say thanks to all of you who have been sending me such positive messages. Hope you are all staying safe. 🙏🏾"

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.