Where in the heck did that come from…?

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Daniel Ricciardo put in a barn burner lap yesterday in qualifying with a performance that put the Aussie on the front row and on pole for the first time since his triumphant Monaco Grand Prix weekend.

The Honey Badger not only spoiled his team mate's party - with Max Verstappen hoping to become the youngest pole sitter in F1 history - he also mesmerized a head-scratching Lewis Hamilton.

When the session was done and dusted, the Brit spent a moment looking over Ricciardo's RB14, likely mulling his rival's prospects for race day and his ability to race the energetic bulls to the checkered flag, and beyond, conquer his fifth world title if he finishes at least seventh.

It will all unfold in a few hours…

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.