Haas Formula 1 driver Esteban Ocon is set to auction his fan-designed, race-worn Brazilian Grand Prix helmet for charity, Laureus Sport for Good Foundation, via F1 Authentics.
The French driver wore the helmet to an 11th-place finish in the sprint race and 12th place in the grand prix in Interlagos.
After running a competition for fans to submit their designs for the helmet, Ocon selected the winning one. The helmet is a one-of-a-kind and will be available for auction from 18 November, with bids starting at £10,000.
The proceeds of the sale will be donated to the Haas driver's chosen charity, the Laureus Sport for Good Foundation.
“I truly believe that sport has the power to change the lives of young people, it certainly changed mine, so I'm happy to be teaming up with F1 Authentics to auction off my special helmet from this year’s Brazilian Grand Prix to raise funds for Laureus Sport for Good, a global charity that uses the power of sport to transform the lives of children and young people in need all around the world," Ocon said.
"It is a cause that is very dear to me so any support would be greatly appreciated. Funds raised will help support Laureus programmes around the world including Brazil, a country that is very special to me and where I have been lucky enough to receive much support from since the beginning of my career. Thanks for the support.”
Sean Fitzpatrick, chairman of Laureus Sport for Good, added: “We are incredibly grateful to Esteban for donating such a unique and personal piece of F1 memorabilia to Laureus Sport for Good and to F1 Authentics for facilitating the auction.
"I met Esteban earlier this year and his passion for using his platform to make a difference was clear to see. All funds raised by this incredible helmet will directly support Laureus’ work using sport to positively impact more young people in Brazil and around the world, providing them with the resources they need to overcome challenges and build a better future for themselves and their communities.”
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