Overview

• F1 figures observed tributes at Suzuka that included memorial installations and a moment of silence at the crash site.
• Charles Leclerc shared childhood memories of racing karts with Bianchi and recalled his godfather’s humor and generosity.
• Max Chilton reflected on their tenure at Marussia and described dedicating his 2015 Indy Lights win at Iowa to Bianchi, saying he still senses his guidance a decade on.
• Giedo van der Garde recounted evolving from fierce junior-series rivals to close friends and highlighted Bianchi’s competitive spirit.
• Bianchi’s 2014 Suzuka accident directly led to the mandatory halo device in 2018 and inspired the founding of the Ferrari Driver Academy, shaping F1 safety and talent development.