Newly crowned Formula 1 world champion Andrea Kimi Antonelli has unveiled a special helmet dedicated to Ayrton Senna ahead of the 2026 Brazilian Grand Prix at Interlagos. The Mercedes driver will race with a design paying tribute to his childhood hero, whose achievements have inspired the young Italian throughout his life.
Formula 1 heads to Brazil this weekend, returning to the homeland of one of the sport’s greatest legends. For Andrea Kimi Antonelli, the occasion carries particular significance because of his longstanding admiration for Ayrton Senna, the three-time world champion whose extraordinary career continues to inspire generations of drivers.
Kimi Antonelli honours Ayrton Senna with special Brazilian GP helmet
The connection between Andrea Kimi Antonelli and Ayrton Senna is already well known. Born in Bologna, the Mercedes driver grew up fascinated by the Brazilian’s achievements, even though his young age meant he never had the opportunity to watch his idol compete in person.
Now, having secured his maiden Formula 1 world championship, the Italian has chosen to celebrate that admiration with a special tribute at the Brazilian Grand Prix. He will take to the Interlagos circuit wearing a helmet dedicated to the legendary Ayrton Senna, who famously raced with the number 12 during part of his Formula 1 career.
The tribute was first announced several days ago, when Andrea Kimi Antonelli visited the Senna family. The Mercedes driver has now officially revealed the special helmet, sharing photographs of the design directly through his social media accounts.
The unveiling comes at a particularly memorable moment in the Italian’s career, following his emotional 2026 Formula 1 world championship triumph. His tribute also highlights the lasting influence Ayrton Senna continues to have on the sport’s newest generation of champions.
Photos: Kimi Antonelli’s special Ayrton Senna helmet for Interlagos
Andrea Kimi Antonelli has shared the first official photographs of the helmet he will wear during the 2026 Brazilian Grand Prix weekend. The special design celebrates the Mercedes driver’s admiration for Ayrton Senna ahead of his appearance at Interlagos.
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