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Kimi Antonelli Honors Ayrton Senna With Two Morumbi Cemetery Visits Before São Paulo GP

The visit reflects a quiet pre-race ritual he says helps him focus.

Overview

  • Mercedes' 19-year-old rookie was seen sitting by the three-time champion's grave at Morumbi Cemetery in São Paulo.
  • He went in the morning and returned in the afternoon after finding the surroundings peaceful and reflective.
  • During the second visit he sat with his coach and read an Italian book about Senna, translated as "Driven to Perfection."
  • Antonelli described Senna as his "racing hero" and said time away from the spotlight supports his mental preparation for the weekend.
  • He recalled discovering Senna by watching 1990s Formula 1 DVDs with his father ahead of track action at Interlagos.