Winner Grand Prix of Japan receives special trophy

The winner of the Japan Grand Prix will be presented with a very special trophy. This time not a fragile porcelain work of art, but a technological masterpiece. Manufacturer Lenovo has developed the special Kiss Me Trophy. As the name suggests, the idea is that the winner's trophy will be kissed during a podium ceremony. On Lenovo' s website, the company explains what is possible with the trophy.

Lenovo presents 'Kiss Me Trophy'

Lenovo is the main sponsor of this year's Japanese Grand Prix. The tech company is therefore showing off a unique winner's trophy, which can change colour. The trophy features a 'Kiss Me button'. As soon as the driver kisses or touches this button, the cup will change into the race winner's national flag. So a unique image for during a podium ceremony.

Whether Max Verstappen will have the Kiss Me Trophy coloured red-white-blue will become clear on Sunday. The race at Suzuka will start at 7:00 am Dutch time, with Verstappen starting the race from pole position.