Williams reserve Latifi gets second FP1 outing in France

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For the second race running, Williams reserve driver Nicholas Latifi will enjoy an FP1 outing with the British team.

After replacing Robert Kubica in the Friday morning session in Montreal, Latifi will take over George Russell's FW42 in FP1, adding another precious 90 minutes to his F1 experience.

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"I’m excited to continue my FP1 programme with the team in France coming off a successful weekend in Canada," said Latifi.

"Montreal had a lot of positives and I’m looking to build on those experiences going into Le Castellet.

"It’s quite a different track with a lot less risk involved due to the nature of the circuit which will give me confidence to push a bit harder."

It will be busy weekend at Paul Ricard for the 23-year-old who will also resume his title ambitions in the FIA Formula 2 Championship.

"It’s also a weekend where I will be mixing my F1 duties with an F2 race weekend, which poses a unique challenge.

"I’m more than up for it and looking forward to what will be a very busy weekend."

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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.