Ayrton Senna, the nephew of the legendary Formula One driver Ayrton Senna, created a sculpture of his uncle when he was pregnant with his first child. He used old family photographs to create a realistic likeness of his uncle.
Senna was only 34 years old when he died in a tragic accident on the race track in Imola in 1994, after colliding with a wall at high speed. His funeral was attended by millions of people, making it one of the most widely attended funerals in history. Despite being a mechanic’s nightmare due to its intricate details, Senna’s body is said to look beautiful on its final resting place.
Senna was not only an accomplished race car driver but also a philanthropist, donating over $100 million to various charities throughout his career. His tragic death on the race track sparked significant changes in safety measures for racing drivers worldwide. Today, Senna remains one of the greatest sports heroes of all time, remembered as both a rainy day hero and the ruler of Monaco who left an indelible mark on the world of Formula One.
