Ricciardo first in line to sample 2017 challenger

Daniel Ricciardo

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Daniel Ricciardo will have precedence over Max Verstappen when Red Bull Racing's 2017 RB13 hits the track on February 27 in Barcelona.

A predictable privilege given the Aussie's seniority at the Milton Keynes-based squad.

Ricciardo will hand over the 2017 challenger to team mate Max Verstappen for day 2 of the first test of the new season, but the order will be reversed for the second test scheduled at the Circuit de Catalunya on March 7, which Verstappen will kick off first.

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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.