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Alfa Romeo rolls out special livery for Italian GP

Alfa Romeo Racing's C41 cars will race this weekend at Monza with a striking one-off livery commemorating Alfa's 111-year history.

The alluring Italian-themed robe, created by Alfa Romeo's Centro Stile design office, showcases the 111-year logo while the C41's engine cover is draped in 'Quadrifoglio green'.

Alfa's drivers this weekend, Antonio Giovonazzi and Robert Kubica, the latter deputizing once again for Kimi Raikkonen, will blend in nicely with their mount thanks to their matching overalls.

And for good measure, Giovinazzi will sport a one-off lid for his home race with a design depicting "a head full of dreams and a life full of colors".

Forza Alfa Romeo!

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.