Superfan Eva gets a special delivery from Lando Norris!

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Lando Norris superfan Eva Muttram had a special delivery at her home on Thursday, a precious item sent by her favourite F1 driver.

In early January, Norris announced a competition in which he encouraged fans to design his helmet for his home British Grand Prix.

The McLaren driver spent hours sifting through the many sophisticated and flashy motifs and schemes, but ultimately selected perhaps the most minimal design, one that went straight to the young racer's heart.

Norris set his sights on Eva's creative efforts, a colorful and fun livery concocted by the six-year-old fan.

Today, the special British GP helmet sits proudly on the Briton's shelve at his home among a collection of lids worn by the F1 driver throughout his motorsport career.

Norris posted a special message for Eva on social media in which he praised once again her creative work before instructing her to open a parcel from 'Bell Helmets' containing, you guessed it, a second prized 'Eva' helmet! One that she will likely cherish forever.

Check out the 'special delivery for Eva' video posted on Twitter by Norris.

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.