Charles Leclerc and RM Sotheby’s Successfully Raise Over €429,000 for Emilia-Romagna Relief through a Groundbreaking Sale

The auction featured Charles Leclerc’s race-worn helmet, race suit, boots, and gloves from the 2023 Monaco Grand Prix. The entire sale amount will be directed towards assisting those impacted by the recent flooding in Emilia-Romagna

• The helmet worn by Charles Leclerc during the Monaco Grand Prix sold for an astonishing €306,000, shattering the record for the highest-priced racing helmet ever auctioned
• Leclerc’s race-worn suit fetched an impressive €61,200, while his boots sold for €20,400 and his gloves sold for €42,000
• All the proceeds, totalling €429,600, will be donated to charity to provide assistance to individuals impacted by the recent flooding in Emilia-Romagna

LONDON, ENGLAND – June 8, 2023 – (Motor Sports NewsWire) – RM Sotheby’s is thrilled to announce the incredible results of the ‘Charles Leclerc for Emilia-Romagna!’ charity auction. Personally undertaken by Scuderia Ferrari driver Charles Leclerc himself, Leclerc and RM Sotheby’s efforts will directly benefit the estimated 20,000 displaced people living in Emilia-Romagna.

Setting a world record as the most expensive racing helmet to ever sell at auction at €306,000, The Bell HP77 full-face helmet was specifically created for the event and worn by Leclerc in the 2023 Monaco Grand Prix. The race suit and boots were also one-off items created for Monaco, with bold red-and-white styling resembling the Monaco flag. Leclerc’s race suit sold for an incredible €61,200, and his race-worn boots for €20,400. Leclerc’s rain-stained gloves sold for €42,000.

The success of this auction not only reflects Charles Leclerc’s immense talent and contribution to motorsport but also demonstrates the generosity and support from enthusiasts worldwide. The proceeds will make a substantial impact on the lives of those affected by the recent flooding in Emilia-Romagna.

For further information on RM Sotheby’s Charles Leclerc Charity Auction, please visit rmsothebys.com.

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