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Barcelona Day 1- top speeds!

Despite not completing its planned mileage yesterday, Red Bull Racing's RB13 enjoyed the highest top speed during yesterday's first day of pre-season testing.

Daniel Ricciardo clocked in with a maximum speed of 330.20 km/h, just edging out Ferrari's Sebastian Vettel and Mercedes' Lewis Hamilton who, as a reminder, finished the day with the fastest lap.

Obviously, Red Bull's RB13 boasts efficient aerodynamics and a Renault power unit which has some good grunt to go!

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.