Semi-Finals – The final four go head-to-head

32 started, now we have the Pick of the Lids tournament final four

Published

21 APR 2026

Est. reading time

2 min

The Pick of the Lids bracket has certainly delivered, and now just four designs remain in the hunt to be crowned Alex’s ultimate helmet.

After another dramatic round of voting, the margins were tighter than ever. Some favourites have continued their dominant runs, while others have done just enough to keep their campaigns alive. Now, with a place in the final on the line, every vote matters more than ever.

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Here’s how the semi-final match-ups are shaping up:

The first semi-final is an all-Sakura showdown. The 2025 Japan helmet, designed by Andy Werner, continues to impress with its clean blend of Alex’s 2025 base identity and delicate blossom detailing.

Journey so far – Ro32: 67% vs 2025 Abu Dhabi, Ro16: 58% vs 2024 Standard, QF: 57% vs 2025 Singapore

Standing in its way is the original Sakura favourite – the 2022 Japan helmet. One of the most dominant performers in the bracket so far, it followed up earlier landslide wins with another commanding result, taking 78% of the vote against the 2024 Las Vegas design.

Journey so far – Ro32: 97% vs 2019 Standard, Ro16: 48% vs 2022 Singapore, QF: 78% vs 2024 Las Vegas

The second semi-final tells a very different story, one of fine margins and last-gasp progression.

The 2022 Silverstone helmet, the fan-loved “Albon Zoo” design, just managed to hold off the 2024 Silverstone evolution, squeezing through with 52% of the vote.

Journey so far – Ro32: 72% vs 2023 Miami, Ro16: 58% vs 2023 Abu Dhabi, QF: 52% vs 2024 Silverstone

It now faces the 2026 Standard design, a modern classic defined by its white and chrome finish. After strong performances earlier in the bracket, it was pushed to the absolute limit in the quarter-finals, edging past the 2024 China panda helmet with just 51% of the vote.

Journey so far – Ro32: 84% vs 2018 F2, Ro16: 58% vs 2025 Miami, QF: 51% vs 2024 China

Two places in the final are up for grabs. Cast your votes now and help decide which designs move one step closer to being crowned the ultimate lid.