Ralf Schumacher, the younger brother of Michael had a lot to live up to, by the time he joined the Formula One grid in 1997, his brother was already a two times World Champion. Whilst Ralf never won a world championship he was able to win six Grand Prix. Having raced for Jordan and Williams in his earlier career, he spent his final three seasons racing for Toyota Racing witht he highlight securing three third places for the team and qualifying on Pole Position for the 2005 Japanese Grand Prix - Toyota's home race.

This stunning Schuberth RF1 helmet painted by Jens Munser designs is numbered R-RS 080/06-04 to the rear. The helmet shows good signs of use and retains the original drinks tube and radio intercom wiring. Ralf suffered a severe accident at the 2004 United States Grand Prix. Unable to race for six races he returned in China and scored a second place at Japanese Grand Prix.

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This lot is located in Switzerland.