It's Monaco baby! The years come and go but Monte-Carlo still retains its glitzy shine as Formula 1's crown jewel.

The Principality was already buzzing on Wednesday, and here is our first batch of pictures of the Monaco GP weekend.

Daniel Ricciardo (AUS) Renault F1 Team. 22.05.2019. Formula 1 World Championship, Rd 6, Monaco Grand Prix, Monte Carlo, Monaco, Preparation Day. - www.xpbimages.com, EMail: requests@xpbimages.com - copy of publication required for printed pictures. Every used picture is fee-liable. © Copyright: Moy / XPB Imagesmore
Daniel Ricciardo (AUS) Renault F1 Team. 22.05.2019. Formula 1 World Championship, Rd 6, Monaco Grand Prix, Monte Carlo, Monaco, Preparation Day. - www.xpbimages.com, EMail: requests@xpbimages.com - copy of publication required for printed pictures. Every used picture is fee-liable. © Copyright: Moy / XPB Imagesmore
Nico Hulkenberg (GER) Renault F1 Team. 22.05.2019. Formula 1 World Championship, Rd 6, Monaco Grand Prix, Monte Carlo, Monaco, Preparation Day. - www.xpbimages.com, EMail: requests@xpbimages.com - copy of publication required for printed pictures. Every used picture is fee-liable. © Copyright: Moy / XPB Imagesmore
Alexander Albon (THA) Scuderia Toro Rosso (Centre). 22.05.2019. Formula 1 World Championship, Rd 6, Monaco Grand Prix, Monte Carlo, Monaco, Preparation Day. - www.xpbimages.com, EMail: requests@xpbimages.com - copy of publication required for printed pictures. Every used picture is fee-liable. © Copyright: Batchelor / XPB Imagesmore
Scuderia Toro Rosso STR14 with tribute to Niki Lauda. 22.05.2019. Formula 1 World Championship, Rd 6, Monaco Grand Prix, Monte Carlo, Monaco, Preparation Day. - www.xpbimages.com, EMail: requests@xpbimages.com - copy of publication required for printed pictures. Every used picture is fee-liable. © Copyright: Batchelor / XPB Imagesmore
Lando Norris (GBR) McLaren. 22.05.2019. Formula 1 World Championship, Rd 6, Monaco Grand Prix, Monte Carlo, Monaco, Preparation Day. - www.xpbimages.com, EMail: requests@xpbimages.com - copy of publication required for printed pictures. Every used picture is fee-liable. © Copyright: Batchelor / XPB Imagesmore
Lewis Hamilton (GBR) Mercedes AMG F1 with his MV Agusta Brutale 800 RR LH44. 22.05.2019. Formula 1 World Championship, Rd 6, Monaco Grand Prix, Monte Carlo, Monaco, Preparation Day. - www.xpbimages.com, EMail: requests@xpbimages.com - copy of publication required for printed pictures. Every used picture is fee-liable. © Copyright: Batchelor / XPB Imagesmore
Lewis Hamilton (GBR) Mercedes AMG F1 with his MV Agusta Brutale 800 RR LH44. 22.05.2019. Formula 1 World Championship, Rd 6, Monaco Grand Prix, Monte Carlo, Monaco, Preparation Day. - www.xpbimages.com, EMail: requests@xpbimages.com - copy of publication required for printed pictures. Every used picture is fee-liable. © Copyright: Batchelor / XPB Imagesmore
MV Agusta Brutale 800 RR LH44 owned by Lewis Hamilton (GBR) Mercedes AMG F1. 22.05.2019. Formula 1 World Championship, Rd 6, Monaco Grand Prix, Monte Carlo, Monaco, Preparation Day. - www.xpbimages.com, EMail: requests@xpbimages.com - copy of publication required for printed pictures. Every used picture is fee-liable. © Copyright: Batchelor / XPB Imagesmore
Kevin Magnussen (DEN) Haas F1 Team. 22.05.2019. Formula 1 World Championship, Rd 6, Monaco Grand Prix, Monte Carlo, Monaco, Preparation Day. - 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. 22.05.2019. Formula 1 World Championship, Rd 6, Monaco Grand Prix, Monte Carlo, Monaco, Preparation Day. - www.xpbimages.com, EMail: requests@xpbimages.com - copy of publication required for printed pictures. Every used picture is fee-liable. © Copyright: Batchelor / XPB Imagesmore
Charles Leclerc (MON) Ferrari. 22.05.2019. Formula 1 World Championship, Rd 6, Monaco Grand Prix, Monte Carlo, Monaco, Preparation Day. - www.xpbimages.com, EMail: requests@xpbimages.com - copy of publication required for printed pictures. Every used picture is fee-liable. © Copyright: Batchelor / XPB Imagesmore
Charles Leclerc (MON) Ferrari. 22.05.2019. Formula 1 World Championship, Rd 6, Monaco Grand Prix, Monte Carlo, Monaco, Preparation Day. - www.xpbimages.com, EMail: requests@xpbimages.com - copy of publication required for printed pictures. Every used picture is fee-liable. © Copyright: Batchelor / XPB Imagesmore
Romain Grosjean (FRA) Haas F1 Team. 22.05.2019. Formula 1 World Championship, Rd 6, Monaco Grand Prix, Monte Carlo, Monaco, Preparation Day. - www.xpbimages.com, EMail: requests@xpbimages.com - copy of publication required for printed pictures. Every used picture is fee-liable. © Copyright: Batchelor / XPB Imagesmore
Max Verstappen (NLD) Red Bull Racing. 22.05.2019. Formula 1 World Championship, Rd 6, Monaco Grand Prix, Monte Carlo, Monaco, Preparation Day. - www.xpbimages.com, EMail: requests@xpbimages.com - copy of publication required for printed pictures. Every used picture is fee-liable. © Copyright: Batchelor / XPB Imagesmore
Max Verstappen (NLD) Red Bull Racing signs autographs for the fans. 22.05.2019. Formula 1 World Championship, Rd 6, Monaco Grand Prix, Monte Carlo, Monaco, Preparation Day. - www.xpbimages.com, EMail: requests@xpbimages.com - copy of publication required for printed pictures. Every used picture is fee-liable. © Copyright: Batchelor / XPB Imagesmore
Lewis Hamilton (GBR) Mercedes AMG F1 with his MV Agusta Brutale 800 RR LH44. 22.05.2019. Formula 1 World Championship, Rd 6, Monaco Grand Prix, Monte Carlo, Monaco, Preparation Day. - www.xpbimages.com, EMail: requests@xpbimages.com - copy of publication required for printed pictures. Every used picture is fee-liable. © Copyright: Bearne / XPB Imagesmore
Robert Kubica (POL) Williams Racing. 22.05.2019. Formula 1 World Championship, Rd 6, Monaco Grand Prix, Monte Carlo, Monaco, Preparation Day. - www.xpbimages.com, EMail: requests@xpbimages.com - copy of publication required for printed pictures. Every used picture is fee-liable. © Copyright: Bearne / XPB Imagesmore
George Russell (GBR) Williams Racing. 22.05.2019. Formula 1 World Championship, Rd 6, Monaco Grand Prix, Monte Carlo, Monaco, Preparation Day. - www.xpbimages.com, EMail: requests@xpbimages.com - copy of publication required for printed pictures. Every used picture is fee-liable. © Copyright: Bearne / XPB Imagesmore
Charles Leclerc (MON) Ferrari. 22.05.2019. Formula 1 World Championship, Rd 6, Monaco Grand Prix, Monte Carlo, Monaco, Preparation Day. - www.xpbimages.com, EMail: requests@xpbimages.com - copy of publication required for printed pictures. Every used picture is fee-liable. © Copyright: Bearne / XPB Imagesmore
Lewis Hamilton (GBR) Mercedes AMG F1 signs autographs for the fans. 22.05.2019. Formula 1 World Championship, Rd 6, Monaco Grand Prix, Monte Carlo, Monaco, Preparation Day. - www.xpbimages.com, EMail: requests@xpbimages.com - copy of publication required for printed pictures. Every used picture is fee-liable. © Copyright: Bearne / XPB Imagesmore
George Russell (GBR) Williams Racing. 22.05.2019. Formula 1 World Championship, Rd 6, Monaco Grand Prix, Monte Carlo, Monaco, Preparation Day. - www.xpbimages.com, EMail: requests@xpbimages.com - copy of publication required for printed pictures. Every used picture is fee-liable. © Copyright: Bearne / XPB Imagesmore
Nico Hulkenberg (GER) Renault F1 Team. 22.05.2019. Formula 1 World Championship, Rd 6, Monaco Grand Prix, Monte Carlo, Monaco, Preparation Day. - www.xpbimages.com, EMail: requests@xpbimages.com - copy of publication required for printed pictures. Every used picture is fee-liable. © Copyright: Batchelor / XPB Imagesmore
Daniel Ricciardo (AUS) Renault F1 Team. 22.05.2019. Formula 1 World Championship, Rd 6, Monaco Grand Prix, Monte Carlo, Monaco, Preparation Day. - www.xpbimages.com, EMail: requests@xpbimages.com - copy of publication required for printed pictures. Every used picture is fee-liable. © Copyright: Batchelor / XPB Imagesmore
Sergio Perez (MEX) Racing Point F1 Team. 22.05.2019. Formula 1 World Championship, Rd 6, Monaco Grand Prix, Monte Carlo, Monaco, Preparation Day. - www.xpbimages.com, EMail: requests@xpbimages.com - copy of publication required for printed pictures. Every used picture is fee-liable. © Copyright: Batchelor / XPB Imagesmore
Lance Stroll (CDN) Racing Point F1 Team. 22.05.2019. Formula 1 World Championship, Rd 6, Monaco Grand Prix, Monte Carlo, Monaco, Preparation Day. - www.xpbimages.com, EMail: requests@xpbimages.com - copy of publication required for printed pictures. Every used picture is fee-liable. © Copyright: Batchelor / XPB Imagesmore
Lewis Hamilton (GBR) Mercedes AMG F1 with his MV Agusta Brutale 800 RR LH44. 22.05.2019. Formula 1 World Championship, Rd 6, Monaco Grand Prix, Monte Carlo, Monaco, Preparation Day. - www.xpbimages.com, EMail: requests@xpbimages.com - copy of publication required for printed pictures. Every used picture is fee-liable. © Copyright: Batchelor / XPB Imagesmore
The FIA Safety Car. 22.05.2019. Formula 1 World Championship, Rd 6, Monaco Grand Prix, Monte Carlo, Monaco, Preparation Day. - www.xpbimages.com, EMail: requests@xpbimages.com - copy of publication required for printed pictures. Every used picture is fee-liable. © Copyright: Moy / XPB Imagesmore
Circuit atmosphere. 22.05.2019. Formula 1 World Championship, Rd 6, Monaco Grand Prix, Monte Carlo, Monaco, Preparation Day. - www.xpbimages.com, EMail: requests@xpbimages.com - copy of publication required for printed pictures. Every used picture is fee-liable. © Copyright: Moy / XPB Imagesmore
Boats in the scenic Monaco Harbour. 22.05.2019. Formula 1 World Championship, Rd 6, Monaco Grand Prix, Monte Carlo, Monaco, Preparation Day. - www.xpbimages.com, EMail: requests@xpbimages.com - copy of publication required for printed pictures. Every used picture is fee-liable. © Copyright: Moy / XPB Imagesmore
Boats in the scenic Monaco Harbour. 22.05.2019. Formula 1 World Championship, Rd 6, Monaco Grand Prix, Monte Carlo, Monaco, Preparation Day. - www.xpbimages.com, EMail: requests@xpbimages.com - copy of publication required for printed pictures. Every used picture is fee-liable. © Copyright: Moy / XPB Imagesmore
Construction work around the circuit. 22.05.2019. Formula 1 World Championship, Rd 6, Monaco Grand Prix, Monte Carlo, Monaco, Preparation Day. - www.xpbimages.com, EMail: requests@xpbimages.com - copy of publication required for printed pictures. Every used picture is fee-liable. © Copyright: Moy / XPB Imagesmore
Kimi Raikkonen (FIN) Alfa Romeo Racing in the FIA Press Conference. 22.05.2019. Formula 1 World Championship, Rd 6, Monaco Grand Prix, Monte Carlo, Monaco, Preparation Day. - www.xpbimages.com, EMail: requests@xpbimages.com - copy of publication required for printed pictures. Every used picture is fee-liable. © Copyright: Batchelor / XPB Imagesmore
Red Bull Racing RB15 floor detail. 22.05.2019. Formula 1 World Championship, Rd 6, Monaco Grand Prix, Monte Carlo, Monaco, Preparation Day. - www.xpbimages.com, EMail: requests@xpbimages.com - copy of publication required for printed pictures. Every used picture is fee-liable. © Copyright: Batchelor / XPB Imagesmore
Nico Hulkenberg (GER) Renault F1 Team. 22.05.2019. Formula 1 World Championship, Rd 6, Monaco Grand Prix, Monte Carlo, Monaco, Preparation Day. - www.xpbimages.com, EMail: requests@xpbimages.com - copy of publication required for printed pictures. Every used picture is fee-liable. © Copyright: Batchelor / XPB Imagesmore
Sebastian Vettel (GER), Scuderia Ferrari 22.05.2019. Formula 1 World Championship, Rd 6, Monaco Grand Prix, Monte Carlo, Monaco, Preparation Day. - www.xpbimages.com, EMail: requests@xpbimages.com - copy of publication required for printed pictures. Every used picture is fee-liable. © Copyright: Charniaux / XPB Imagesmore
Monaco GP atmosphere 22.05.2019. Formula 1 World Championship, Rd 6, Monaco Grand Prix, Monte Carlo, Monaco, Preparation Day. - www.xpbimages.com, EMail: requests@xpbimages.com - copy of publication required for printed pictures. Every used picture is fee-liable. © Copyright: Charniaux / XPB Imagesmore
Nico Hulkenberg (GER), Renault Sport F1 Team 22.05.2019. Formula 1 World Championship, Rd 6, Monaco Grand Prix, Monte Carlo, Monaco, Preparation Day. - www.xpbimages.com, EMail: requests@xpbimages.com - copy of publication required for printed pictures. Every used picture is fee-liable. © Copyright: Charniaux / XPB Imagesmore
Valtteri Bottas (FIN) Mercedes AMG F1. 22.05.2019. Formula 1 World Championship, Rd 6, Monaco Grand Prix, Monte Carlo, Monaco, Preparation Day. - www.xpbimages.com, EMail: requests@xpbimages.com - copy of publication required for printed pictures. Every used picture is fee-liable. © Copyright: Photo4 / XPB Imagesmore
Daniel Ricciardo (AUS) Renault F1 Team. 22.05.2019. Formula 1 World Championship, Rd 6, Monaco Grand Prix, Monte Carlo, Monaco, Preparation Day. - www.xpbimages.com, EMail: requests@xpbimages.com - copy of publication required for printed pictures. Every used picture is fee-liable. © Copyright: Photo4 / XPB Imagesmore
Circuit atmosphere - Sebastian Vettel (GER) Ferrari fans and banner. 22.05.2019. Formula 1 World Championship, Rd 6, Monaco Grand Prix, Monte Carlo, Monaco, Preparation Day. - www.xpbimages.com, EMail: requests@xpbimages.com - copy of publication required for printed pictures. Every used picture is fee-liable. © Copyright: Photo4 / XPB Imagesmore
(L to R): Daniel Ricciardo (AUS) Renault F1 Team and Valtteri Bottas (FIN) Mercedes AMG F1 in the FIA Press Conference. 22.05.2019. Formula 1 World Championship, Rd 6, Monaco Grand Prix, Monte Carlo, Monaco, Preparation Day. - www.xpbimages.com, EMail: requests@xpbimages.com - copy of publication required for printed pictures. Every used picture is fee-liable. © Copyright: Batchelor / XPB Imagesmore
Lewis Hamilton (GBR) Mercedes AMG F1. 22.05.2019. Formula 1 World Championship, Rd 6, Monaco Grand Prix, Monte Carlo, Monaco, Preparation Day. - www.xpbimages.com, EMail: requests@xpbimages.com - copy of publication required for printed pictures. Every used picture is fee-liable. © Copyright: Batchelor / XPB Imagesmore
Lewis Hamilton (GBR) Mercedes AMG F1. 22.05.2019. Formula 1 World Championship, Rd 6, Monaco Grand Prix, Monte Carlo, Monaco, Preparation Day. - www.xpbimages.com, EMail: requests@xpbimages.com - copy of publication required for printed pictures. Every used picture is fee-liable. © Copyright: Batchelor / XPB Imagesmore
The Mercedes AMG F1 W10 of Lewis Hamilton (GBR) with a tribute to Niki Lauda. 22.05.2019. Formula 1 World Championship, Rd 6, Monaco Grand Prix, Monte Carlo, Monaco, Preparation Day. - www.xpbimages.com, EMail: requests@xpbimages.com - copy of publication required for printed pictures. Every used picture is fee-liable. © Copyright: Batchelor / XPB Imagesmore
The Mercedes AMG F1 W10 of Lewis Hamilton (GBR) with a tribute to Niki Lauda. 22.05.2019. Formula 1 World Championship, Rd 6, Monaco Grand Prix, Monte Carlo, Monaco, Preparation Day. - www.xpbimages.com, EMail: requests@xpbimages.com - copy of publication required for printed pictures. Every used picture is fee-liable. © Copyright: Batchelor / 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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