Kimi Antonelli Visits Ayrton Senna’s Family Estate Ahead of Brazilian GP

Newly crowned Formula 1 World Champion Kimi Antonelli has arrived in Brazil and was welcomed by the family of legendary Brazilian driver Ayrton Senna. The Italian visited the family’s estate, Fazenda Dois Lagos, located in the city of Tatuí, approximately 140 kilometres from São Paulo.Ayrton Senna purchased the estate in 1991. Antonelli shared several photographs from his visit on social media, showing him alongside members of the three-time World Champion’s family. Among those pictured was Bruno Senna, Ayrton’s nephew and former Formula 1 driver.Following the Mexico City Grand Prix, Antonelli revealed during the post-race press conference that he would wear a special helmet at the upcoming São Paulo Grand Prix, featuring a design dedicated to Ayrton Senna and his remarkable achievements. Members of the Senna family have likely already had a preview of the helmet, although the official unveiling is still awaited.One of the highlights of Antonelli’s visit was the opportunity to sit in the cockpit of the iconic Lotus 98T, the car Senna drove during the 1986 Formula 1 season. The experience offered the young Italian a unique opportunity to connect with the legacy of one of the greatest drivers in motorsport history.Antonelli expressed his gratitude to the Senna family following the visit, sharing an emotional message with his followers on social media:“What an unforgettable day! I am incredibly grateful to the entire Senna family, and it will take me some time to fully take it all in. I will cherish the memories of this day for the rest of my life!”