McLaren has unveiled a special livery for this weekend’s Monaco Grand Prix in tribute to Ayrton Senna.
Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri will drive around Monte Carlo’s famous streets in the vibrant yellow, green and blue colors that represent Brazil, three times Homeland of world champion Ayrton Senna.
Senna holds the record for most Monaco Grand Prix wins with six, including five consecutive wins between 1989 and 1993.
McLaren will use a special livery at the 2024 Monaco Grand Prix to pay tribute to Ayrton Senna (Image: McLaren F1)
McLaren last won at Monaco in 2008, when Lewis Hamilton overcame two punctures and wet weather to stand at the top of the podium.
Norris, who finished third for McLaren at the 2021 Monaco Grand Prix, will be looking to finish two places higher this Sunday in this one-off Senna-inspired livery.
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Four-time world champion Sebastian Vettel paid tribute to Ayrton Senna by driving Senna’s car and organizing a run around Imola.
“The team is proud to recognize and celebrate the extraordinary life and racing legacy of Ayrton Senna with this McLaren livery,” said McLaren CEO Zak Brown.
“Senna remains F1’s greatest icon and McLaren’s most respected driver. His influence on McLaren has been huge, not only in his racing record but also in his influence within the team and now There’s also his legacy, so it’s an honor to race for McLaren who wore the colors green, yellow and blue at his most successful circuit.
“On the 30th anniversary of his death, the team has chosen to commemorate and celebrate his life in Monaco, one of his favorite and most successful racing locations. We look forward to racing this weekend in this vibrant and beautiful livery ”
Ayrton Senna won three world titles with McLaren and the team paid tribute to him with a special livery this weekend (Image: McLaren F1)
Senna family thanks McLaren
Piastri and Norris will also wear bespoke overalls this weekend as they look to continue McLaren’s strong recent form.
Norris has secured a third consecutive podium finish and narrowly beat Max Verstappen at Imola, two weeks after his maiden F1 victory.
The British driver is fourth in the drivers’ championship, 60 points behind Verstappen, with McLaren third in the constructors’ championship.
McLaren Automotive also launched a one-off version of its McLaren Senna road car on Tuesday (Image: McLaren F1)
McLaren Automotive has also launched a one-off version of the McLaren Senna road car, called the Senna Sempre, to match the F1 livery.
“It is an honor to recognize Ayrton through these liveries in partnership with McLaren Racing and McLaren Automotive,” said Ayrton’s niece Bianca Senna.
“It’s a fantastic way to celebrate his life and legacy through the iconic colors on two cars. McLaren meant so much to him and they achieved many successes together, most of which are still remembered by many today. Remember.
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In-car footage shows Ayrton Senna during qualifying for the 1990 Monaco Grand Prix at the Monaco circuit.
Joined by former F1 driver and Ayrton’s nephew Bruna Senna sky sports news: “Working with McLaren, this is a fantastic achievement on our part. The idea is to continue Ayrton’s image and what he has stood for in the past. This is a huge help in achieving that goal.
“Ayrton still makes a lot of people feel good. It’s really important for us to bring that to the younger generation who are watching F1 now. Thanks to Zach and McLaren for letting us take over a little bit and bring great memories, especially At Monaco, he still holds the record for most wins.
Sky Sports F1 Monaco Grand Prix live schedule
The Monaco Grand Prix takes place this Sunday at 2pm – live on Sky Sports F1 and Sky Sports Main Event
Thursday, May 23
12.05pm: F3 practice
1.30pm: F1 Drivers Press Conference
2pm: F2 practice
Friday, May 24
10am: F3 Qualifying
12 noon: Monaco Grand Prix practice one (Meeting starts at 12.30 noon)*
2pm: F2 Qualifying*
3.45pm: Monaco Grand Prix Practice Two (Meeting starts at 4pm)*
5.30pm: F1 Show
6.30pm: Indy 500 final practice
8.30pm: Indy 500 Pit Stop Challenge
Saturday, May 25
9.40am: F3 sprint
11.15am: Monaco Grand Prix practice three (Meeting starts at 11.30am)*
1.10pm: F2 Sprint*
2.15pm: Monaco Grand Prix qualifying preparations*
3pm: Monaco Grand Prix qualifying*
5pm: Ted’s Qualification Notebook
Sunday, May 26
6.55am: F3 Special Race
8.35am: F2 Special Race
12.30pm: Grand Prix Sunday: Monaco Grand Prix preparations*
2pm: Monaco Grand Prix*
4pm: Checkered flag: Monaco Grand Prix reactions
5pm: Ted’s Notebook
5.30pm: Indy 500 race
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