Max Verstappen has given a British Formula 1 fan the 'opportunity of a lifetime' ahead of this weekend's Brazilian Grand Prix.
The Dutchman arrives in Sao Paulo looking to continue an extraordinary late push for the world title.
Earlier in the season, Verstappen trailed world championship leader Oscar Piastri by a huge 104 points.
Now, after a run of six consecutive podium finishes, he finds himself just 36 points behind the new leader, Lando Norris.
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Although the reigning four-time world champion remains an outsider, few would bet against him taking the crown with just four races remaining.
Ahead of the Brazilian Grand Prix, Verstappen helped issue the first ever Formula 1 'season ticket' to a British fan who has committed to attending every race this season.
Brandon Burgess has managed to visit every Grand Prix so far on a £20,000 budget, using just 28 days of annual leave, while working full-time at a tech company.
As a reward for his dedication, Heineken presented him with a 'season ticket' for next year.
It will give Burgess and a guest access to every race, with travel and accommodation covered, according to The Independent.
Verstappen said: “What Brandon has done this season is incredible.
“He has shown real commitment to the sport and the community around it.
“It is only right that he receives the first-ever season ticket from Heineken so he can continue sharing his passion and enjoy the sport with as many different people as possible.”
Burgess revealed he still has £3,470 remaining from his original £20,000 budget to fund the final four races of the season.
He said: "Attending every F1 race in a single year has always been my dream.
“It’s been a crazy challenge - juggling my full-time job and being on a limited budget meant that I’ve had to make some sacrifices such as only visiting some countries for 24 hours, and attending races alone.
Burgess continued: “It’s the opportunity of a lifetime and I can't wait to take this journey even further next year and share the experience with other fans.”
Meanwhile, Verstappen's focus will be firmly on the track.
The Dutchman has enjoyed plenty of success in Sao Paulo, winning at Interlagos in each of the past two years.
After Brazil, Formula 1 will move on to Las Vegas and Qatar, before the season finale in Abu Dhabi at the start of December.
Verstappen will be hoping to complete a dramatic comeback and become only the second driver in history, after Michael Schumacher, to win five consecutive world titles.
Topics: Max Verstappen, Formula 1, Motorsport, Red Bull Racing
James Taylor