Kimi Receives Prestigious Bandini Trophy

The day’s celebrations began with Kimi travelling to Imola, where he met local authorities before greeting the crowd through the city centre in his father’s GT3 car. The programme then continued in Faenza, where he greeted fans in Piazza del Popolo and met with the city’s Mayor.

From there, the Italian driver travelled on to Brisighella, Lorenzo Bandini’s hometown, where he received a warm welcome from the public in Piazza Carducci and was formally presented with the 33^rd Trofeo Bandini in Piazza Marconi, following speeches from local dignitaries and event representatives. The festivities concluded with an official dinner.

Kimi said: “It is a true honour to be part of this event and to receive such a special award. Being here today, surrounded by so much support and positivity, makes this moment even more meaningful. This is an experience I will never forget, and I feel incredibly grateful to share it with all of you.

I would like to dedicate this trophy to my family, my amazing team, and everyone here today who has supported me throughout this journey. Your encouragement and belief in me have made all the difference, and I am deeply thankful for each and every one of you.”