Ayrton Senna Honoured at Silverstone

In the 30th anniversary year of his fatal accident at Imola, there have been numerous tributes to the talented Brazilian driver, throughout the world, and these are still ongoing with organisers of the Silverstone Festival announcing their own tribute on 23-25 August, with a promise to showcase the greatest collection of Senna’s cars ever assembled, enhanced by items of memorabilia.

The three-time world champion scored more race wins at Silverstone than at any other circuit, and with the full support of both the Senna family and Senna Brand, the very special display will feature racing machinery from throughout his record-breaking career. Demonstrating the magnitude of this very special celebration, exhibits are coming from all over Europe.

The celebration will follow his illustrious career in karting, F Ford 1600 and 2000, F3 and, of course Formula 1 where Senna spent the last 10 years of his life competing. Making his debut for Toleman exactly 40 years ago in 1984, he went on to win no fewer than 41 Grands Prix before the tragic accident that ended his life 30 years ago at Imola in 1994. In total, more the 20 cars driven by Senna will be united at Silverstone in the International Paddock, including the rally cars he famously tested in the Welsh forests for an editorial magazine feature – a Metro 6R4 and Cosworth Sierra – as well as a Honda NSX. Senna assisted Honda with the development of its first true mid-engined supercar and the example on display is one he drove extensively. Selected cars will feature in track displays on both Saturday and Sunday.