27 February 2026SpeedcafeCommentaryRace report
Ayrton Senna ‘Infinity’ Sculpture Unveiled in Adelaide
A 280‑kg bronze “Infinity” statue, cast from a 3‑D‑scanned Goodyear Eagle tyre of Ayrton Senna’s 1993 McLaren, was unveiled in Adelaide to commemorate his final F1 victory and the city’s historic Grand Prix era.
A bronze statue honoring Ayrton Senna’s final win was unveiled at Adelaide’s Victoria Park on Saturday, marking the 30th anniversary of his 1993 Australian Grand Prix triumph.
Why it matters:
- Senna’s Adelaide victory is a defining moment in F1 history, epitomising his relentless pursuit of perfection.
- The city’s decade‑long run as a Grand Prix host (1985‑1995) is celebrated through public art, reinforcing Adelaide’s motorsport identity.
The details:
- Weight: 280 kg (617 lb) solid bronze.
- Origin: Made from 3‑D scans of the Goodyear Eagle tyre that equipped Senna’s 1993 McLaren, now displayed at McLaren’s Woking headquarters.
- Artist: UK sculptor Paul Oz used the tyre’s geometry to shape the bronze piece.
- Symbolism: The figure‑8 design represents infinity and references car No. 8, the number Senna drove to his Adelaide win.
- Unveiling: Presented by Lord Mayor Dr Jane Lomax‑Smith AM, with former F1 drivers Thierry Boutsen, Stefan Johansson and Martin Donnelly in attendance.
What's next:
- The 2026 Adelaide Motorsport Festival kicks off this weekend, featuring historic F1 machinery on the Victoria Park circuit.
- Former champions Mika Häkkinen, David Coulthard and Valtteri Bottas join the guest lineup, underscoring the event’s international appeal.
- Organisers aim to blend nostalgia with modern celebration, using the Senna sculpture as a focal point for fans and the city’s motorsport narrative.