Io and Ayrton is a story of redemption and motivation spanning the decade from 1984 to 1994, It parallels Senna's journey with that of a young Italian boy, who serves as the narrator.

The plot is centered on the life of Brazilian driver Ayrton Senna, from his first to his last race in Formula 1. It parallels Senna's journey with that of a young Italian boy, who serves as the narrator. Senna faces the challenges of racing, while the boy contends with the difficulties of a hard life. At the time of Senna's first race, the narrator is only 13 years old and feels destined for a tough path. By watching Senna, he finds the strength to overcome his challenges and the courage to never give up.—GJ Squarcia