Another race, another helmet swap for Fernando

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Fernando Alonso continues to expand his valuable helmet collection, with McLaren's Lando Norris - an avid collector of his own helmets - the latest driver on the grid to swap signed lids with the two-time world champion.

And, as usual, the Spaniard added some personal words onhis helmet for good measure.

"You are a star. A rock star," wrote Alonso. "Best of luck for the future Lando."

Earlier this year, Alonso vowed to exchange helmets with all 20 drivers belonging to Formula 1's class of 2021, with the collection of head gear then exhibited at his Museo y Circuito Fernando Alonso located in Llanera in Spain.

Who will be the next to give and take with the Alpine charger? Seven down, thirteen 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.