Bahrain 8H – Anthony Davidson’s special helmet for his last race

Anthony Davidson had a nice surprise in the Sakhir paddock during his last career race, the 8 Hours of Bahrain. The British driver was in fact offered a special helmet, using his usual design, but also that of his teammates in the No. 38 JOTA, Antonio Felix da Costa and Roberto Gonzalez. “I had absolutely no idea they were going to offer me this, Davidson told us in the paddock. It's Robert (Gonzalez. Editor’s note) who organized this with the manufacturer. He asked to incorporate his and Antonio's design into mine, so he could give it to me as a special gift for this weekend. »

A particularly moving attention for the former pilot of Formula 1 : “I'm going to ride it this weekend, I'll get it signed after the race and I'll keep it for the rest of my life afterwards. Receiving this kind of gift is a very nice touch and I am very touched, because they are not only my teammates, they are also true friends. They are like my little brothers. » At 42, the native of Hemel Hempstead will retire on Saturday evening after the 8 Hours of Bahrain.

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