Bruno Senna, the former Formula 1 driver and nephew of the legendary Ayrton Senna, has announced plans to give Kimi Antonelli the opportunity to drive one of Ayrton's historic Formula 1 cars next year. This announcement follows Antonelli's recent visit to the Senna family estate in Brazil, where he celebrated his remarkable achievement of becoming the youngest driver in F1 history to win a championship at the age of just 20, clinching the title at the Mexican Grand Prix.

During his visit, Antonelli was particularly enamored with the Lotus 98T, the same model that Ayrton Senna drove in 1986. Bruno Senna recounted on the F1 podcast Beyond The Grid how Antonelli was reluctant to leave the car, excitedly exploring its features including the turbo boost knob and gearstick. "It was really, really fun to see him," Bruno said, noting that Antonelli's height made him a perfect fit for the car, and he expressed confidence in Antonelli's ability to handle the manual transmission, despite initial concerns from his father.S1S2

In addition to his time in the Lotus, Antonelli also had the chance to drive on a go-kart track designed by Ayrton Senna himself. Bruno observed Antonelli's impressive speed and consistency on the track, describing how the conditions were challenging due to dirt and stones. "Kimi was able to create a groove and stay within that groove so consistently. It was really impressive," Bruno remarked, highlighting Antonelli's skills that clearly demonstrate why he is a world champion.S1S2

Looking ahead, Bruno Senna expressed his desire to organize an event where Antonelli could drive one of Ayrton's cars, potentially in collaboration with Lotus or McLaren. This initiative aims to celebrate both the legacy of Ayrton Senna and the burgeoning talent of Kimi Antonelli, linking the past with the future of Formula 1 in a meaningful way. The plans for this event are still in the early stages, but the enthusiasm from both Senna and Antonelli suggests it could be a significant moment in motorsport history.S1S2