Autographed Maverick Vinales Helmet, Racing Shoes And Gloves For Auction: Proceeds For Charities

Aprilia Racing's Maverick Vinales. (Doc. MotoGP)

MANDALIKA - There is good news for fans of Aprilia Racing's Maverick Vinales in Indonesia, especially those who attended the Mandalika Circuit. The reason is, they have the opportunity to have helmets, shoes and racing gloves from their idols.

Deputy Managing Director of the Mandalika Grand Prix Association (MGPA), Cahyadi Wanda said, Vinales had given his helmet, shoes and racing gloves up for auction. Everything has been signed by the former Yamaha rider.

Later, the proceeds from this auction will be handed over to charities to be distributed.

"Today (Thursday) what was interesting was that Vinales gave him the original shoes, helmet and gloves that he wore in the pre-season test session and had been signed," said Cahyadi, as in a written statement received by VOI.

"The items will be sold and the proceeds will be distributed to charities," he continued.

These special items from Vinales will be displayed and sold in VIP Deluxe. There has also been prepared a special booth for the purchase of merchandise which will be used for charity activities.

"Those are all special items. Yes, such as helmets, gloves and shoes with the signature of Vinales. They were worn after the pre-season test at Mandalika," said Cahyadi.

As is known, the Mandalika MotoGP race series has started since Thursday, March 17, starting with a press conference session. On this day, Friday, March 18, the riders will take to the track for the first and second free practice sessions.