Tributes Pour In for Ayrton Senna on 31st Anniversary of His Death

May 1, 2025, marks the 31st anniversary of Ayrton Senna's tragic death at the 1994 San Marino Grand Prix, an event that continues to resonate throughout the motorsport world. Tributes have poured in from former rivals like Alain Prost, who recalled their fierce on-track battles and eventual friendship, as well as from McLaren, the team with which Senna won three World Championships and secured 35 of his 41 victories. McLaren CEO Zak Brown and Senna's nephew, Bruno Senna, highlighted Senna's enduring legacy and impact, with Bruno sharing the emotional experience of driving his uncle's iconic Lotus 97T. Senna is also remembered for his courage and humanity, notably when he saved fellow driver Erik Comas’s life at Spa in 1992 by stopping his own car to render aid. Senna's influence on Formula 1, both as a competitor and as a person, remains unmatched, with fans and teams alike commemorating his life and achievements each year.