Pierre Gasly’s special Formula 1 helmet for the 2024 Emilia Romagna Grand Prix is painted with Ayrton Senna’s iconic helmet design.
For the race in Imola, Gasly paid tribute to the legendary Ayrton Senna once more. The race was celebrated on May 19, only a few weeks after the 30th anniversary of Senna’s passing, the Frenchman wore this design at the Autodromo Enzo e Dino Ferrari.
Gasly has paid tribute to the legendary three-time F1 champion in the past, as he wore a Senna-inspired helmet in the 2020 event in Imola.
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The Inspiration Behind the Ayrton Senna Tribute Helmet
Gasly wore a light-blue helmet for the 2024 F1 season, when he wasn’t wearing special helmets for specific events. At Imola, he again paid tribute to Senna, wearing a helmet solely inspired by Senna’s iconic yellow helmet with blue and green stripes on the sides.
Senna’s Legacy in Formula 1
Ayrton Senna is Formula 1.
The three-time F1 World Drivers’ Championship left an incredible mark in the sport in his brief but iconic stint from 1984 to 1994. Senna was more than his 41 wins, three titles, 65 Pole Positions and 80 podiums; he was a symbol of racing and remains a symbol of Formula 1 motor racing.
Accordingly, Formula 1 itself, its fans and drivers continue to pay homage to Senna’s legacy. This time, it was Pierre Gasly at Imola, again.
Seven-time World Champion Lewis Hamilton has also paid tribute to Senna consistently throughout his F1 career since 2007 and has repeatedly said that Senna is his inspiration.
Gasly’s Personal Connection with Senna
During the Imola weekend, Gasly talked about his tribute to Senna:
“It’s a very special weekend, obviously. You know, I’ve been a big admirer of Ayrton for years now and it feels definitely very special to wear it here in Imola. You know, it’s all the legacy and the history of Ayrton and this track. So, definitely hoping to have a strong weekend. I think it was important to pay tribute to one of the best we’ve ever known in the sport.”
Iconic Elements
A nice touch on the sides of the helmet is the iconic “Senna S” logo. The helmet has a slight variation with Senna’s design because it includes a yellow stripe that casts a shadow on each side of the visor and goes both at the top and bottom of the blue and green stripes.
Where to Get Your Own Senna Tribute Helmet
CM Helmets is the best choice to get your favorite Formula 1 helmet of Ayrton Senna. Whether you want a replica of Senna’s exact design from his racing days or a customized product, CM Helmets will do the work for you.
Contact us and also check our website to find your favorite design or inspiration for your own ideas.
Conclusion
Pierre Gasly’s tribute to Ayrton Senna at Imola was sensational. It’s always important to recognize the past of any environment you’re working on and pay homage to those who opened doors for many.
Ayrton Senna was the most iconic driver of his era and remains one of the most important names in Formula 1’s rich history.
Apart from the racing, the speed and the skill behind the wheel, many admired Senna for his behavior and how he helped many in Brazil in challenging times. Also, the Instituto Ayrton Senna continues to help many people with education in Brazil, which means that the Senna name continues to bring joy and a helpful hand to a lot of people.
