Surf's up for Charles Leclerc!

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There's undoubtedly a silver lining to the delayed start of the 2020 F1 season, at least when you're a driver.

Everyone suddenly finds themselves with unexpected time on their hands. Rather than traveling back to the old virus-infected continent, Charles Leclerc has remained in Australia where the Ferrari hit the waves on Saturday.

A naturally-born beach bum, having grown up on the shores of the Mediterranean, the Monegasque's gritty grimace in the picture above tells us that Charles is just as determined on a surf board as he is when straddling a prancing horse.

No waves, no glory.

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.