This week I want to draw attention to an auction taking place on Saturday (July 21) in aid of a special cause. Many of you will remember the hugely talented and popular Henry Hope-Frost – ‘Mr Fever’ – one of the best-loved figures in motorsport journalism and commentating, who tragically lost his life in a motorcycle accident in Grayswood in March this year while returning home from Goodwood. He was just 47.
I’m pleased to say that friends and supporters have rallied round to put together an auction of excusive motorsport memorabilia in support of Henry’s family, which will take place at Silverstone Auctions during the Silverstone Class Event.
Among the highlights are five sets of overalls donated by Formula One teams, including a set worn by Lewis Hamilton at the 2017 Russian Grand Prix, and a set of Williams overalls in the special livery used by Felipe Massa at the 2016 Brazilian Grand Prix. McLaren have even donated a set of overalls dating back to 1998 that were worn on several occasions by David Coulthard.
Kimi Raikkonen of Ferrari has donated a signed pair of his driving gloves, and there are a lot of other goodies to bid on too. It’s heartening to see the esteem in which Henry is still held. Visit www.silverstoneauctions.com
