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Mercedes explains Hamilton mid-race helmet change

Lewis Hamilton accomplished in Monaco last weekend something that no other driver has ever achieved in the history of Formula 1. The Mercedes driver sported at the start of the Monaco Grand Prix weekend a one-off helmet livery designed by contemporary artist Daniel Arsham. The latter's creation, stamped on a light purple base, was inspired by Hamilton's favourite crystal, the amethyst, which apparently has protective, healing qualities. The design replicated the crystal erosions featured on a special helmet sculpture created by Arsham in collaboration with Hamilton. The seven-time world champion lined up on the wet grid on Sunday wearing his artsy lid, but during the race's red flag period...
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