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Ayrton Senna – Auto Action feature – The untold stories

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By Auto Action

Date posted: May 9, 2024

The tragic death of Ayrton Senna occurred just over 30 years ago on the 1st of May, and in the latest issue of AUTO ACTION, available here, is a special six-page feature dedicated to the Brazilian legend and the development of his racing career.

What makes this feature a great read is that it is in the words of several people that knew him well, including the likes of Martin Brundle, Emerson Fittipaldi, Warwick Brown, Adrian Burgess, Steve Hallam and even the three-time world champion’s arch karting rival Terry Fullerton.

THE ONLY PLACE TO READ THE FEATURE AND THE FULL DIGITAL MAGAZINE IS HERE

Ayrton Senna in the words of those that knew him

Ayrton Senna Auto Action feature in the words of those that knew him well

Complied by AA’s Chris Lambden, who raced against Senna in his karting days, these significant motorsport people have all have penned their own memories of Senna in a special, must-read six-page feature uncovering plenty of untold stories.

Read special insights from those close to Senna on topics on all points of his career on and off the track from karting to Formula 1.

There are even insights from those who were close to Senna away from the track including well known photographer Keith Sutton and AA’s Paul Gover, who recalls an emotional moment in Adelaide.

Brundle explains why Senna was so good, Fittipaldi touches in a rare IndyCar test, team members reflect on the Brazilian’s stints at Lotus, McLaren and Williams, while Fullerton reflects on his wild wheel-to-wheel battles against the future F1 start.

THE ONLY PLACE TO READ THE FEATURE AND THE FULL DIGITAL MAGAZINE IS HERE

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Don’t forget the latest issue of Auto Action will be available via subscription here or at selected news outlets. For more of the latest motorsport news, subscribe to AUTO ACTION magazine.

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