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Antonelli reveals Valentino Rossi-inspired helmet for Italian GP

Kimi Antonelli has unveiled a Valentino Rossi-inspired helmet design for his home Formula 1 race at Monza. The special look includes Italian flag elements and references Rossi’s 2002 Mugello victory helmet.

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September 4, 2026
Antonelli reveals Valentino Rossi-inspired helmet for Italian GP

Kimi Antonelli has revealed a special helmet design for the Italian Grand Prix, which will be his home race at Monza. Multiple outlets reported that the design is inspired by MotoGP great Valentino Rossi.

According to Motorsport.com, the helmet incorporates the Italian flag and draws on the design Rossi wore when he won at Mugello in 2002. Crash.net also reported that Antonelli will use the Rossi-themed helmet at Monza.

Motorsport.com added that the design was created by Aldo Drudi.

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