Athletes who died on May 1

Take a focused look at the athletes who passed away on May 1. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1994 Ayrton Senna

  Ayrton Senna was a legendary Brazilian Formula One racing driver widely regarded as one of the greatest drivers in the history of motorsport. With three Formula One World Championships for McLaren in 1988, 1990, and 1991, Senna became renowned for his exceptional skill, particularly in wet conditions, his aggressive and charismatic driving style, and his intense rivalry with Alain Prost. … [bio]