A well-deserved brotherly hug for first-time winner Leclerc

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Arthur Leclerc conquered his maiden win in the FIA Formula 3 Championship on Saturday at Paul Ricard, a triumph that warranted a big hug from brother Charles.

The 20-year-old Prema Racing charger, who had already put in a sensational performance in Race 1 whe he leaped from 30th to 12th, enjoyed a lights-to-flag win in Race 2 on Saturday that thrilled the entire Leclerc family that witnessed the flawless drive.

Leclerc beat Prema teammate Dennis Hauger while MP Motorsport's Victor Martins snathed the final spot on the podium.

“I am really happy, it was a great race and really special to win in front of both F1 and my family and friends as well. It was a really special win, especially because this is so close to my home.

“I didn’t expect this at all this morning when I was starting from P30, but we did it and I am really happy about today.”

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.