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Verstappen and Garrix unveil ‘Orange Lion’ lid for Austrian battle

Max Verstappen expects to be turning head’s this weekend in Austria, and not just with lap times, with a striking new helmet design, dubbed the 'Orange Lion'.

Unveiled with a cheeky grin alongside his good friend and countryman, DJ extraordinaire Martin Garrix, the bold design ditches Max’s usual vibe for a navy-and-orange masterpiece that screams speed and style, perfectly syncing with his Red Bull beast.

The iconic 'Unleash the Lion' motif crowns the top of course, promising some fierce action – though Max might need to tame his wild side, sitting just one penalty point from a race ban!

No pressure, right? Still, with his orange army packing the stands, don’t expect this four-time champ to hold back.

He’ll rock this stunner again at the Belgian and Dutch Grands Prix, but for now, it’s all about keeping the lion in check while vying for a 66th career win in F1. Bring it on!

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.

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