Kimi's Iceboy is on his way!

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It was a freezing cold day this week at the Laghi Kart International Circuit just south of Milan, but that didn't deter 'Iceboy' Robin Raikkonen from putting some miles under his belt.

The seven-year-old was all suited, booted and bundled up in a warm attire to put in the laps and lay down some rubber under the supervision of the best coach in the world: the Iceman himself, Kimi Raikkonen.

It's early days still, but young Robin's dedication to karting and his natural DNA could lead to another interesting father and son chapter in F1's history books.

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.