A tribute, a final journey for the Formula 1 champion who left too soon due to an accident in 2014, in Japan. Family and friends were present at the edges of the Allianz Riviera to honor Jules.
Christian Estrosi takes the floor. Accompanied by the Bianchi family, very solemnly, he pays tribute to Nice’s champions. Noens, Casteu, Ferrier, and many others. In the assembly, the southern talents of motorsport are there. GP2 driver Norman Nato, rally co-driver Thibault de la Haye, rally driver Romain Di Fante. “Jules-Bianchi Street will intersect with Camille Muffat Avenue, another champion who left too soon.”
Philippe Bianchi, Jules’ father, will be briefer. More intense too. “I thank the city of Nice and all those who took this initiative. Christian Estrosi was a friend of Jules, he never let him down. For us, it’s an added strength.” In the absence of the Nice driver, Philippe Bianchi wishes to help a young person reach the highest level. “It will be a little bit like Jules returning through him.”
The street, which runs along the Allianz Riviera from the Southeast to Northeast stairs, honors another champion. The next sports figure to be honored with such a privilege is Alain Mimoun. This was revealed by Christian Estrosi.
