D’Ambrosio’s Ferrari era begins with pitwall premiere

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There was a new albeit familiar face on Ferrari’s pitwall at Tuesday’s post-season test in Abu Dhabi, with Jerome d’Ambrosio making his official debut as the Scuderia’s Deputy Team Principal.

The 38-year-old Belgian, who raced in F1 for Marussia Virgin Racing and Lotus before finding success as a Formula E driver and team leader, has quickly ascended the motorsport management ladder.

D’Ambrosio most recently worked with Mercedes, where he honed his leadership skills under Toto Wolff and managed the Driver Development Program.

Appointed to his Ferrari role in October 2024, d’Ambrosio also oversees the Scuderia Ferrari Driver Academy.

Tuesday’s test offered the former Grand Prix driver an opportunity to observe operations up close, kicking off a new chapter in his motorsport career.

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.