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Bottas' turn to lend a supportive hand

It's been an uphill battle this season for Valtteri Bottas to get the measure of teammate Lewis Hamilton, a feat the Finn finally achieved last weekend at Sochi.

But during the challenging times, during which the Mercedes driver fought his main rival as much as those who questioned his ability to perform, Bottas always enjoyed the unwavering support of his better half, Aussie pro-cyclist Tiffany Cromwell.

On Wednesday, it was the Russian Grand Prix winner's turn to ease the pain after Cromwell's disappointing performance on the Belgian roads of the Flèche Wallonne classic.

Rain or shine, we give what we receive.

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.