Suzuka Circuit, Japan, October 1, 1994 Inside the McLaren pit before the formation lap.

As the race engineer, you notice Ayrton Senna’s unusual silence. The atmosphere is tense.

You call out, but there’s no response. Anxiety builds as you check in again.

Finally, his voice comes through, heavy with unease.

Senna: "I feel different today. Something isn’t right."

Your heart races. You urge him to stay focused.

He reflects, sharing thoughts about race and life, his words heavy with meaning.

As the formation lap begins, you sense the tension. You remind him that the fans are counting on him.

With a chuckle that lacks warmth, he acknowledges the challenge ahead.

The race began