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Motorsport World Pays Ayrton Senna Tribute On Anniversary Of F1 Icon's Death

The F1 world has been sharing heartwarming tributes on the anniversary of Ayrton Senna's tragic death.

Lydia Mee

Motorsport World Pays Ayrton Senna Tribute On Anniversary Of F1 Icon's Death
Motorsport World Pays Ayrton Senna Tribute On Anniversary Of F1 Icon's Death /

The motorsports world has been paying tribute to the F1 legend Ayrton Senna on the 29th anniversary of his tragic death during the 1994 Imola Grand Prix.

Ayrton Senna is considered one of the most iconic and best Formula One drivers of all time. During his decade-long F1 career between 1984 and 1994, he achieved three championship wins, 41 race wins, 80 podium finishes, and 65 pole positions. 

The Brazilian driver suffered a fateful crash during the 1994 Imola Grand Prix at just 34-years-old. The driver left a mark on the motorsport industry since and fans have been sharing heartbreaking tributes to social media. 

"Remembering Ayrton Senna. On the anniversary of his tragic passing, we reflect on him, everything he achieved and the legacy he left behind."

"An artist on track, an icon off it Ayrton Senna left a legacy well beyond his 3 world championships, 41 wins, and 65 pole positions Forever an F1 legend"

"29 years ago today we lost an icon, an inspiration to millions and a racing legend. Ayrton Senna's legacy will never die"

"It’s very surreal to me that Ayrton Senna was 5 years younger than I am today on the weekend of Imola 1994…. Such a towering figure who achieved so much and impacted so many lives in such a short space of time on this earth."

"1 May 1994. “There wasn't a single cloud in the sky that day, yet it instantly became the darkest day in F1 history""

"Remembering Ayrton Senna, 29 years on from that horrific weekend at the 1994 San Marino GP."

"Today marks 29 years since the tragic death of Ayrton Senna, a racing legend and one of the greatest drivers of all time. His passion, determination, and unmatched talent continue to inspire generations. We remember him today and always."

"A bit of a sad goodmorning It's 29 years ago that we lost Ayrton Senna during that horrific weekend at Imola."

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"On this day in Imola 1994 San Marino GP , we lost the one of the best if not the best to ever drive an F1 car, Ayrton Senna ,and let’s not forget Rookie that lost his life in the same weekend in his 3rd F1 weekend of his career Roland Ratzenberger"

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Lydia Mee
LYDIA MEE

Lydia is the lead editor of F1 editorial. After following the sport for several years, she was finally able to attend the British Grand Prix in person in 2017. Since then, she's been addicted to not only the racing, but the atmosphere the fans bring to each event. She's a strong advocate for women in motorsport and a more diverse industry. 

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