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Red Bull Racing sets launch date for its 2017 contender

Red Bull Racing's RB13 will be released from its pen and ready to lock horns on February 26, the day before pre-season testing kicks off in Barcelona.

The team's launch will therefore take place on the same day as junior bull squad Toro Ross's presentation at the Circuit de Catalunya.

Sauber is still on pole for an online launch on February 20 and will be followed on each day by Renault, Force India, Mercedes, Ferrari and McLaren.

Check out the calendar of presentations here.

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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.