Bottas takes a walk on the wild side

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Valtteri Bottas is a serene soul who loves to embrace nature in its truest form.

In a sequel to the famous picture of him last year letting it all hang out in a rocky river in Colorado, the Alfa Romeo driver posted on social media another cheeky shot in which he is seen taking a daring stride into the pristine waters of a Finnish lake.

It's another cracking shot of a man who is never afraid to make a splash both on and off the track.

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.