FORMULA 1 FAN GERALD EXPERIENCES THE AUSTRIAN GRAND PRIX 2025 LIVE IN SPIELBERG!

Gerald from Styria was able to experience an unforgettable Formula 1 weekend at the Austrian Grand Prix in Spielberg from 26 to 29 June 2025 together with his companion. A dream that became reality for him thanks to the helmet initiative by ServusTV and in favour of Wings for Life. The exclusive experience began on Wednesday with check-in at the hotel, giving him plenty of time to enjoy the magnificent motorsport event to the full.

With his VIP tickets, Gerald was allowed into the exclusive paddock area and experienced first-hand what usually happens behind the scenes of Formula 1. Especially cool: He met numerous drivers in person and snapped selfies with stars such as Max Verstappen, George Russell, Fernando Alonso and Yūki Tsunoda. These encounters made the weekend a real fan's dream. And away from the action, it was also a good time. In the VIP lounge, Gerald enjoyed delicious food and relaxing hours in a special ambience.

Another highlight was the exclusive paddock tour at the Racing Bulls, which gave Gerald a fascinating insight into the work of the teams and the processes behind the scenes. The excitement and adrenaline was palpable everywhere as the teams prepared for the race.

The emotional highlight of the weekend was the helmet handover ceremony at the Red Bull Energy Station. ServusTV presenter Andrea Schlager personally presented Gerald with the signed helmet, on which all Formula 1 drivers of the 2024 season have immortalised themselves. This unique moment was captured with a picture of Gerald and Andrea as well as the helmet and will remain a very special memory for him. This was followed by an exclusive meet & greet with Wolfgang Illek from Wings for Life and Peter Bayer from the Visa Cash App RB F1 Team, which provided further exciting insights.

The days were characterised by thrilling training sessions, qualifying and the big race on Sunday, in which Lando Norris prevailed in a close race against his team colleague Oscar Piastri and took victory. Gerald was able to experience the special atmosphere of the race first-hand and enjoy the fascination of Formula 1 to the full.

The entire weekend was dedicated to a good cause: Gerald's commitment was rewarded with an experience that will remain in his memory forever. For him, it was not just a motorsport event, but a real experience of a lifetime, full of emotion, adrenalin and exclusive insights into the world of Formula 1.

A big thank you to ServusTV, Wings for Life and everyone involved who made this unforgettable moment possible.

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