Jenson Button Unveils Nostalgic Helmet Design to Honor His Racing Roots

British racing driver and 2009 F1 world champion, **Jenson Button**, shared a special helmet design on social media to honor his first racing gear. This nostalgic design echoes the original one crafted by his father.

Button’s helmet for the WEC event in Bahrain

Photo: araiamericas.com

Button’s helmet for the WEC event in Bahrain

Photo: araiamericas.com

Button’s helmet for the WEC event in Bahrain

Photo: araiamericas.com

“Here it is. A tribute to my first helmet design, infused with some of my modern ideas. Back then, my dad was the designer! He said he made my first helmet black with yellow horns to scare the other kids,” Button wrote, suggesting viewers pay close attention to the fifth photo in the collection.

Archival photos of Button

Photo: wrightkarts.co.uk

Archival photos of Button

Photo: wrightkarts.co.uk

Additionally, it’s worth noting that the 45-year-old Button previously announced that the WEC race in Bahrain in November 2025 will mark the end of his professional career.