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Jackie Stewart Honors Dementia Charity with Historic F1 Helmet Signed by Michael Schumacher

The helmet, signed by all living F1 champions, was showcased during Stewart's exhibition lap at the Bahrain Grand Prix to raise funds for dementia research.

  • Michael Schumacher, assisted by his wife Corinna, signed a helmet for the first time since his 2013 skiing accident, completing the set of signatures from all 20 living F1 champions.
  • The helmet was worn by Sir Jackie Stewart during an exhibition lap at the Bahrain Grand Prix, driving his 1973 championship-winning Tyrrell car.
  • Stewart founded Race Against Dementia in 2016 after his wife Helen's diagnosis, with the charity funding innovative research into the disease.
  • The helmet, featuring Stewart's signature tartan design, is planned for a global auction or tour to raise funds for dementia research.
  • Stewart, 85, has indicated this exhibition lap may be his final drive in an F1 car, marking a poignant moment in his career and personal mission.
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