A helmet worn by Canadian Formula One driver Gilles Villeneuve has sold for a record US$1.25 million, according to a motorsports memorabilia collector. Both outlets report the sale is tied to Villeneuve’s final Formula One race in 1982. The helmet’s provenance links it directly to the last race he competed in that season, making it a standout item for collectors interested in historic Formula One memorabilia. The Winnipeg Free Press describes the sale as record-setting, and CBC News similarly characterizes the US$1.25 million figure as the highest reported price for such an item. The reports do not name the buyer or provide additional details about the auction or bidding process. The information is presented as coming from the collector who facilitated or confirmed the sale, indicating that the figure reflects the final transaction price rather than an estimate. The sale underscores ongoing demand for high-profile Formula One artifacts connected to legendary drivers and major career milestones.