HBO Max releases teaser for series with Adriane Galisteu’s exclusive view on romance with Ayrton Senna

HBO Max announced on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, the teaser for its new original production, titled My Ayrton by Adriane Galisteu. The two-episode series, each 45 minutes long, premieres on November 6 on the streaming platform. The focus lies on the presenter’s personal view of her relationship with three-time Formula 1 champion Ayrton Senna in the 1990s, a period marked by their public romance and the pilot’s fatal accident in 1994.

Galisteu, who was with Senna at the time of the San Marino GP in Italy, where he suffered the accident that took his life at 34, had limited participation in previous productions about the idol. The initiative aims to offer an unprecedented account, 31 years after the event, highlighting memories and behind-the-scenes moments of the couple.

The production includes testimonies from individuals close to the pilot.

• Emerson Fittipaldi, former Formula 1 driver.
• Jacir Bergmann II, a close friend of Senna.
• Luiza Almeida Braga, wife of Braguinha.
• Betise Assumpção, the champion’s press advisor.
• Roberto Cabrini, journalist who covered the athlete’s career.

Teaser highlights unseen moments of the couple

The promotional video, released today, features short clips of Galisteu recalling moments from their shared life. The narrative emphasizes daily life away from the tracks and the challenges faced by the relationship under media scrutiny.

The direction is by João Wainer, with executive production by Sérgio Nakasone, Adriana Cechetti, and Luciana Soligo, by Warner Bros. Discovery. Magnífica Produções handles the realization, ensuring an intimate format for the episodes.

Family conflicts limited previous accounts

Senna’s family kept their distance from Galisteu during the relationship, resulting in few interactions. The couple spent most of their time abroad, with sporadic visits to Brazil, totaling few instances of close contact.

This dynamic contributed to initial misunderstandings. Galisteu described the period as marked by limited family interaction, which influenced later perceptions.

At Senna’s funeral in 1994, his sister Viviane Senna prioritized other presences in the procession, such as Xuxa Meneghel, another of the pilot’s ex-girlfriends. This choice highlighted tensions at the time.

The HBO Max production seeks to address omissions seen in recent works, such as Netflix’s Senna series, released in 2024.

Testimonies enrich the relationship narrative

Emerson Fittipaldi shares insights into Senna’s routine off the tracks. The two-time champion recalls casual encounters that reveal the human side of the three-time champion.

Jacir Bergmann II, a longtime confidant, describes trips and private conversations of the couple. His memories include details of European outings in the 1990s.

Luiza Almeida Braga recounts observations from social events. She accompanied the couple at formal occasions, noting their closeness.

Betise Assumpção details press management during the relationship. The advisor handled coverage that exposed Senna’s personal life.

Roberto Cabrini complements with journalistic accounts from the time. The reporter covered GPs and accessed behind-the-scenes moments of the relationship.

Production follows controversies in biographies

Netflix’s 2024 series dedicated less than two minutes to Galisteu, portrayed by Júlia Fioti. In contrast, Xuxa received an entire episode about her story with Senna.

Galisteu mentioned in recent interviews that she viewed the work as fiction, without involvement in the scripts. She highlighted the lack of invitations for personal contributions.

The HBO Max documentary allows the presenter to take center stage. The initiative responds to criticism about partial representations of the pilot’s life.

Married to Alexandre Iódice since 2005, Galisteu balances her TV career with family life. The production marks a return to personal themes after her memoir, published in 1994.

Intimate format promises emotional depth

The two-episode structure allows gradual exploration of themes. Each part progresses chronologically, from the start of the relationship in 1993 to the legacy post-1994.

Galisteu revisits symbolic locations, such as European circuits. These visits guide the series’ visual narrative.

The production incorporates rare video and personal photo archives. Unseen materials complement the oral accounts of those involved.

The one-minute teaser has already garnered quick views on the platform. HBO Max plans a promotional campaign targeting motorsport and biography fans.

Behind-the-scenes reveal production challenges

The team faced restrictions in accessing family archives. Solutions included partnerships with private collectors of Senna memorabilia.

Filming took place in São Paulo and Milan, the couple’s main base. Locations like the Imola circuit are part of the itinerary.

Galisteu recorded testimonies in a controlled studio. The process took weeks, with sessions reviewed for factual accuracy.

Warner Bros. Discovery invested in global distribution. The series arrives dubbed in multiple languages, expanding international reach.

Senna’s legacy gains a new layer

The three-time champion has been the subject of documentaries since the 2000s. Previous works focused on victories, such as the 1988, 1990, and 1991 titles.

This production shifts the focus to the private sphere. The relationship with Galisteu, lasting a year and a half, represents a mature phase of the pilot’s life.

Fans express curiosity on social media. Discussions about complete narratives boost pre-premiere interest.

HBO Max reports growth in biographical content. Similar releases increased subscriptions by 15% in the past year.