The F1 world hits the brakes for a minute to commemorate the lives of two legends who died 30 years ago.
, also known as Imola's GP to pay their respect to motorsport legends Ayrton Senna and fellow driver Roland Ratzenberger, who died during the 1994considered one of the greatest Formula One drivers of all time, along with newcomer from Austria Ratzenberger, a rising F1 start lost their lives one day apart during the weekend GP.The participants of the Senna Track run were wearing t-shirts honoring Senna and wristbands in memory of Ratzenberger.
It's been 30 years since the darkest weekend in our sport. This week we remember both Ayrton Senna and Roland Ratzenberger in Imola 🇮🇹Senna and Ratzenberger may be no longer with us, however, they are certainly not forgotten, and their legacies continue to shine brightly. In addition to the celebrations, Vettel will also drive Senna's 1993 McLaren in a demonstration run. The car belongs to Vettel and he occasionally runs at public events using carbon-neutral fuel.
“Ayrton Senna was not only a driver who I valued highly for being one of the best racing has ever seen, but also a man of great compassion. It’s been 30 years since his accident and I would like to pay tribute to Ayrton." said the retired German driver."I will be in Imola for the Grand Prix to drive his car, the McLaren MP4/8. I hope to see you on Sunday, May 19.
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