Meet the 'Aceman', the Raikkonen family's new young charger

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It's starting. Kimi Raikkonen - alias the Iceman - has spawned a successor, named the 'Aceman', who just enjoyed his karting baptism of fire.

Four-year-old Robin Raikkonen put himself through his initial paces this week under the watchful eye of his famous father.

The 2007 world champion and Alfa Romeo Racing driver posted on Instagram pictures of his son's maiden spin, and one can guess a glimpse of proudness in young Robin's eyes.

A short clip also shows us that Kimi's offspring has chosen a cautious approach out on the track, but once those good genes and the racing spirit kick in, we can count on Robin to pick up the pace.

"He enjoys cars, but more bikes right now," commented Raikkonen a while back on his son's aspirations.

"But who knows, today they like one thing and tomorrow it is completely 180 degrees on something else."

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.