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A world first sees a current F1 driver in a real car go up against champions from the past in virtual form. It is something extraordinary!
A groundbreaking project, ‘Lap of Legends’, showcasing a real versus virtual race involving 6 F1 legends is set to air later this month, after a two-year development period. The race features innovative technology like artificial intelligence and augmented reality, pitting current Williams driver Logan Sargeant against past stars like Andretti, Mansell, Prost, Hill, Villeneuve, and Button. The Michel ULTRA team, known for the McEnroe vs McEnroe event, organized a 15-lap race at Silverstone with Sargeant driving last year’s Williams against virtual past versions. An augmented reality helmet developed and tested by Ben Collins gave Sargeant real-time info as he raced against virtual champions. The program, based on extensive research, will premiere on May 14 on BBC America, AMC, and the Roku Channel, with a free global stream. F1 champion Jenson Button called the project a groundbreaking fusion of motorsport and technology, showcasing the evolution in the sport’s history.
