Race and classic pictures

You never forget your first fast one with Max

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An opportunity to enjoy a fast lap around Barcelona alongside Max Verstappen is a chance of a lifetime for anyone, even for a young woman born in the fast lane.

While conducting some PR work at the Circuit de Catalunya this week, Max took girlfriend Kelly Piquet for a quick spin that left the 32-year-old daughter of three-time F1 world champion Nelson Piquet rather impressed, and longing for more!

Formula 1's new power couple is just warming up...

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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.

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