New Alfa Romeo C39 hits the track at Fiorano

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Ahead of the team's official presentation next week in the Barcelona pitlane, Alfa Romeo Racing ORLEN shook down its 2020 C39 at Fiorano on Friday morning.

The Swiss outfit's new car appeared in its shakedown - and Valentine's day - livery, with Kimi Raikkonen behind the wheel.

Launch Gallery: Alfa Romeo Racing C39

Alfa also announced on Friday a sponsorship deal with Huski Chocolate, the chocolate drink company which is already involved in F1 with McLaren.

"We are proud to announce this partnership with our friends at Huski Chocolate," said Alfa team boss Fred Vasseur.

"We got to know their brand well at the United States GP last year and we are delighted the success of that initial partnership led to this new deal.

"The Huski chocolate drinks were extremely popular with our team personnel and guests and we’re happy their taste will be with us for the whole of the season."

Check out more pictures of the Alfa Romeo C39 in action this morning at Fiorano.

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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.