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Mercedes hosts Niki Lauda's family at Austrian GP ahead of race weekend

Motorsport.com • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 26, 2026, 6:10 PM

Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Mercedes hosts Niki Lauda's family at Austrian GP ahead of race weekend

Summary

Ahead of the Austrian Grand Prix this weekend, Mercedes welcomed the family of Niki Lauda to the Red Bull Ring. Seven years after Lauda's death, his son Mathias and grandson Lennon visited the team, which shared photos of their appearance on social media. Lauda, a three-time Formula 1 champion and Mercedes' non-executive chairman, played a significant role in the team's success and in attracting Lewis Hamilton to the squad. A tribute to Lauda, including his iconic red cap, remains at the Mercedes garage. The event adds personal significance to the race for both the team and Lauda's family.

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Key Details

•Niki Lauda's family joins Mercedes at the Red Bull Ring.
•Mercedes shares photos of Mathias and Lennon Lauda with fans.
•Tributes to Lauda include his red cap displayed in the garage.
•Lauda was instrumental in Mercedes' success and attracting Lewis Hamilton.
•The event adds emotional significance to the Austrian Grand Prix weekend.

Latest Updates

6:10 PMMotorsport.com — Mercedes welcome Niki Lauda's family at F1 Austrian GP: "A legacy that lives on"
6:10 PMYahoo Sports — Mercedes welcome Niki Lauda's family at F1 Austrian GP: "A legacy that lives on"

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Seven years after the passing of three-time Formula 1 champion and Mercedes non-executive chairman Niki Lauda, his family has joined the Brackley outfit at the Red Bull Ring ahead of this weekend's Austrian Grand Prix. Mercedes confirmed the visit via its social media channels, sharing images of Lauda's son, Mathias, and his grandson, Lennon, alongside the Austrian driver's famous red cap and ...Keep reading
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