….speaking of visors
Raikkonen was a guest on popular motoring TV show Top Gear, formerly hosted by Jeremy Clarkson. Clarkson mentioned helmets and how they have special significance for many drivers.
Ayrton Senna was one – his green and yellow striped helmet, representing the flag of his home country Brazil, is perhaps the single most iconic in the history of Formula One.
Compatriot Felipe Massa has worn a similar one, while three-time world champion Lewis Hamilton, who idolizes Senna, has also worn a similar one in tribute in the past.
Senna's nephew, Bruno, who had a short stint in Formula 1, wore a near-identical shell to his uncle’s.
But Kimi had no such attachments.
“The helmet has a special significance for many drivers,” Clarkson asked. “How important is it for you?”
It protects my head.
An astute reply if there ever was one. It’s what it’s there for.
