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How first overseas trip ended in tragedy for F1 superfan
Amanda Borges da Silva, a 30-year-old Brazilian Formula 1 fan, tragically passed away in Japan shortly after attending the 2025 Japanese Grand Prix, her first international trip.
She had thrillingly witnessed Max Verstappen’s victory at Suzuka Circuit, but was found dead in her hotel room due to a fire outbreak on May 1.
Despite being fearful of traveling alone, Amanda embarked on this solo journey, starting in Seoul before heading to Japan.
Her 13,000 Instagram followers paid tribute to her, recalling her love for Japan and her plans to reunite with her family in Goias at the end of May.
The incident led to an arrest, with allegations of negligence for not extinguishing the fire properly, leaving her fans and loved ones mourning the loss of the young influencer.
