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Hamilton lights up the grid with Suzuka lid

Lewis Hamilton publicly unveiled on Saturday at Suzuka a mesmerizing one-off helmet design created in collaboration with Japanese artist Hajime Sorayama.

The Mercedes driver's headgear not only boasts a sleek chrome finish that radiates with a captivating sheen but also features a horizontal neon light spanning across the visor, creating a striking visual contrast against the reflective surface.

This artistic partnership has yielded a helmet that not only showcases Hamilton's evolving style but also pays tribute to Japanese creativity and innovation, promising to captivate fans and fellow competitors alike as he races for glory in Japan.

"Worked with @hajimesorayamaofficial on this helmet and so proud of how it came to life !!" Hamilton wrote on Instagram.

"I’ve been a fan of him and his work for a long time and since the dawn of launching @plus44world, collaborating with him has been a personal goal of mine."

Hamilton's lid isn't just turning heads; it's turned the concept of helmet design on its head!

 

Phillip van Osten

Motor racing was a backdrop from the outset in Phillip van Osten's life. Born in Southern California, Phillip grew up with the sights and sounds of fast cars thanks to his father, Dick van Osten, an editor and writer for Auto Speed and Sport and Motor Trend. Phillip's passion for racing grew even more when his family moved to Europe and he became acquainted with the extraordinary world of Grand Prix racing. He was an early contributor to the monthly French F1i Magazine, often providing a historic or business perspective on Formula 1's affairs. In 2012, he co-authored along with fellow journalist Pierre Van Vliet the English-language adaptation of a limited edition book devoted to the great Belgian driver Jacky Ickx. He also authored "The American Legacy in Formula 1", a book which recounts the trials and tribulations of American drivers in Grand Prix racing. Phillip is also a commentator for Belgian broadcaster Be.TV for the US Indycar series.

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