The Formula 1 Exhibition London has announced that Aryton Senna’s McLaren MP4/4 will be exclusively displayed at the new exhibition opening on August 23 at ExCeL London. Tickets are now available here. Senna, widely regarded as one of the greatest drivers to grace Formula 1 , won his first FIA F1 Drivers’ Championship title in the MP4/4. Despite its dominance throughout 1988, the car continues to define one of the sport’s golden eras. During that season, Senna rewrote the record books with eight wins to beat the old record of seven jointly held by Jim Clark (1963) and Alain Prost (1984). His 13 pole positions also eclipsed Nelson Piquet’s previous record of nine (1984).
Until Red Bull Racing’s unprecedented success last year, the McLaren MP4/4 was Formula 1’s most successful Grand Prix car with 15 wins from 16 race starts – a 93.8% – win ratio. By the end of the season, McLaren had secured the FIA F1® Constructors’ Cup with a phenomenal 199 points, almost three times the tally of runner-up Ferrari.
Senna’s arrival from Lotus earlier that year was instrumental in Honda switching its allegiance away from Nelson Piquet and his Williams team. Honda’s RA168-E was a new, more powerful and fuel Efficient engine that formed a perfect package with McLaren’s efficient chassis, suspension and aerodynamic design. The car will be exclusively displayed at The Formula 1 Exhibition London from August 23
Piers Thynne, Chief Operating Officer, McLaren Formula 1 Team: “It’s a pleasure to be working closely with The Formula 1® Exhibition London and showcase our most successful Grand Prix car, Ayrton Senna’s iconic 1988 McLaren MP4/4. Senna plays an incredibly important role in McLaren’s Heritage, and we are delighted to continue to celebrate his legacy by giving fans the opportunity to see his first FIA F1® Drivers’ Championship winning car up close.”
Timothy Harvey, Lead Curator and Producer of The Formula 1 Exhibition : “Ayrton Senna remains one of sport’s most intriguing characters and the global interest in his sublime talent shows no signs of slowing. It is a huge privilege to present one of his most iconic cars at our London show.”
Opening on August 23rd 2024 at one of London’s most popular exhibition destinations, ExCeL London, The Formula 1® Exhibition will give visitors the chance to get up close and personal with pieces of motorsport history and delve deeper into the fascinating world of Formula 1. Having launched to widespread critical acclaim in Madrid, the London show is set to be the biggest F1 Exhibition show to date, with a number of new additions and more iconic cars to be still announced.
A new partnership with Silverstone Museum will also pay homage to the British Grand Prix and its contribution to motorsport. Whilst state-of-the art racing simulators using official F1 gaming equipment will also feature, giving visitors the chance to experience what it’s like to sit behind the wheel of an F1® car as they race around the iconic Silverstone track. All racers will be entered into a monthly prize draw to win tickets for the 2025 British Grand Prix™ at Silverstone. Ticket prices start from £14 for children (ages 5-16) and £25 for adults (17+) plus booking fees. Group bookings and special VIP Podium tickets are also available, as well as opportunities for exclusive corporate events. For more information visit: www.f1exhibition.com/
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