There was no bold livery to admire at Alfa Romeo Racing this morning in Barcelona, but the team's 2019 car still looked sharp in its standard white and 'rosso' colors.

While the Sauber name has disappeared from the team's official denomination, the Swiss outfit's identity still appears on the C38, with "Sauber Engineering" stamped on the lower part of the engine cover.

Kimi Raikkonen and Antonio Giovinazzi will share testing duties this week, with the Finn kicking things off today.

Check out the gallery of pictures from this morning's official presentation.

(L to R): Kimi Raikkonen (FIN) Alfa Romeo Racing with Antonio Giovinazzi (ITA) Alfa Romeo Racing. 18.02.2019. Formula One Testing, Day One, Barcelona, Spain. Monday. - www.xpbimages.com, EMail: requests@xpbimages.com - copy of publication required for printed pictures. Every used picture is fee-liable. © Copyright: Batchelor / XPB Imagesmore
(L to R): Kimi Raikkonen (FIN) Alfa Romeo Racing with team mate Antonio Giovinazzi (ITA) Alfa Romeo Racing. 18.02.2019. Formula One Testing, Day One, Barcelona, Spain. Monday. - www.xpbimages.com, EMail: requests@xpbimages.com - copy of publication required for printed pictures. Every used picture is fee-liable. © Copyright: Batchelor / XPB Imagesmore
Antonio Giovinazzi (ITA) Alfa Romeo Racing and team mate Kimi Raikkonen (FIN) Alfa Romeo Racing. 18.02.2019. Formula One Testing, Day One, Barcelona, Spain. Monday. - www.xpbimages.com, EMail: requests@xpbimages.com - copy of publication required for printed pictures. Every used picture is fee-liable. © Copyright: Batchelor / XPB Imagesmore
Antonio Giovinazzi (ITA) Alfa Romeo Racing. 18.02.2019. Formula One Testing, Day One, Barcelona, Spain. Monday. - www.xpbimages.com, EMail: requests@xpbimages.com - copy of publication required for printed pictures. Every used picture is fee-liable. © Copyright: Moy / XPB Imagesmore
Frederic Vasseur (FRA) Alfa Romeo Racing Team Principal. 18.02.2019. Formula One Testing, Day One, Barcelona, Spain. Monday. - www.xpbimages.com, EMail: requests@xpbimages.com - copy of publication required for printed pictures. Every used picture is fee-liable. © Copyright: Charniaux / XPB Imagesmore
Alfa Romeo Racing. 18.02.2019. Formula One Testing, Day One, Barcelona, Spain. Monday. - www.xpbimages.com, EMail: requests@xpbimages.com - copy of publication required for printed pictures. Every used picture is fee-liable. © Copyright: Charniaux / XPB Imagesmore
(L to R): Kimi Raikkonen (FIN) Alfa Romeo Racing with team mate Antonio Giovinazzi (ITA) Alfa Romeo Racing. 18.02.2019. Formula One Testing, Day One, Barcelona, Spain. Monday. - www.xpbimages.com, EMail: requests@xpbimages.com - copy of publication required for printed pictures. Every used picture is fee-liable. © Copyright: Charniaux / XPB Imagesmore
Alfa Romeo Racing. 18.02.2019. Formula One Testing, Day One, Barcelona, Spain. Monday. - www.xpbimages.com, EMail: requests@xpbimages.com - copy of publication required for printed pictures. Every used picture is fee-liable. © Copyright: Charniaux / XPB Imagesmore
(L to R): Kimi Raikkonen (FIN) Alfa Romeo Racing with team mate Antonio Giovinazzi (ITA) Alfa Romeo Racing. 18.02.2019. Formula One Testing, Day One, Barcelona, Spain. Monday. - www.xpbimages.com, EMail: requests@xpbimages.com - copy of publication required for printed pictures. Every used picture is fee-liable. © Copyright: Charniaux / XPB Imagesmore
The helmet of Kimi Raikkonen (FIN) Alfa Romeo Racing. 18.02.2019. Formula One Testing, Day One, Barcelona, Spain. Monday. - www.xpbimages.com, EMail: requests@xpbimages.com - copy of publication required for printed pictures. Every used picture is fee-liable. © Copyright: Charniaux / XPB Imagesmore
(L to R): Antonio Giovinazzi (ITA) Alfa Romeo Racing with Frederic Vasseur (FRA) Alfa Romeo Racing Team Principal and Kimi Raikkonen (FIN) Alfa Romeo Racing. 18.02.2019. Formula One Testing, Day One, Barcelona, Spain. Monday. - www.xpbimages.com, EMail: requests@xpbimages.com - copy of publication required for printed pictures. Every used picture is fee-liable. © Copyright: Charniaux / XPB Imagesmore

 

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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