Sergio Pérez auction of helmet and suit from Mexican Grand Prix, Digi Mart USA News (Mexico): Mexican driver Sergio “Checo” Pérez has announced the auction of the commemorative helmet and the suit he wore during the recent Mexican Grand Prix, marking his 300 races in Formula 1.
Opening bids are set at 1.7 million pesos for the helmet and 1.8 million pesos for the suit. Both items will be delivered autographed, and all funds raised will go to the Fundación Checo Pérez, which focuses on supporting children in Mexico.
“I want you to be part of this project, which is my Foundation, to help the children of Mexico,” Pérez said in inviting his followers to take part.
Offers must be sent by private message to the foundation, with a deadline of Thursday at 1:30 p.m. local time.
The auction follows a tribute Pérez received at the Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez for reaching 300 starts in the sport’s top category. The driver has competed for 15 seasons in Formula 1 and achieved a runner-up finish in the championship.
