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History behind Senna helmet gifted to Hamilton

< > It was one of those precious moments we will remember forever… after claiming a sensational pole for the 50th edition of the Canadian Grand Prix, Lewis Hamilton was gifted a race-worn helmet used by Ayrton Senna – a heart warming gesture from the Senna family – which reduced the Briton to tears as he matched the great Brazilian's record 65 pole positions in Formula 1. The visuals of the moment are well captured, Formula 1 fans were united in their praise for the gesture as well as the true surprise and genuine emotion shown by Hamilton when presented with what will rate as his most precious ‘trophy'. The helmet in question was worn by Senna during the 1987...
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