Danny Ric is ready to roll with McLaren!

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Daniel Ricciardo is in the house this week at McLaren, starting in earnest his preparations for the 2021 season with his new team.

One week after the Woking-based outfit fired up its MCL35M contender for the first time, the papaya squad welcomed its new charger who replaces Carlos Sainz alongside Lando Norris.

Ricciardo's light-hearted character will no doubt sustain McLaren's friendly atmosphere, but the Aussie has already warned that there will be no "comedy show" with Norris to entertain his team's fans and staff.

And the intensity of Ricciardo's focus during his seat fitting this week is definitely an indication that the Honey Badger - all suited and booted in his new colours - means business.

You can go behind the scenes in the video hereunder for a proper look at Daniel's first day at the office and at the process of getting him snug and comfortable in his seat.

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.