Sepang, - Death due to accidental death Marco Simoncelli in the Sepang Circuit, Malaysia, Sunday (23.10.11), leaving a very deep grief for the perpetrators of motorsport in the world. The expression of condolences came from various backgrounds, ranging from those working in motor racing to car racing.
Here's an excerpt statement due to those who mourn the death of Simoncelli:
- Nicky Hayden, Ducati MotoGP rider
"Sometimes life is ridiculous ... RIP (Rest In Peace) # 58 - Simoncelli's numbers, you always was a star inside and outside the track. We will always miss you."
- Team Suzuki MotoGP
"Everyone at Rizla Suzuki greatly affected by the tragic events of this day, and we send you a sense of great sorrow to the family of Marco and his friends over this immense loss."
- Mark Webber, Red Bull Racing Formula 1
"RIP Marco. A special talent that will always be missed ..."
- Chaz Davies, winner of World Supersport
"RIP Marco. Sports we've lost a great rider and great friend. My mind along with his family. I was lucky enough never to be his teammate in 2002. He is a wonderful companion and I taught the first Italian language which can not be forgotten!"
- Taka Horio, General Manager of Bridgestone Motorsport Department
"Today we destroyed. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family of Marco on this terrible accident, and with the team. Words can not describe the emotions we all feel. The family has lost one of MotoGP's shining star, an original character a very large and powerful, charismatic, and has an unstoppable spirit, and we all have lost a great friend. We are working closely with Marco on his first two years in MotoGP, and it is clear that he was a true racer, something he proved again and again this season. He fought to the end and a showman. Improvements in just two seasons to be a fantastic thing to behold, and is a testament to his ability, talent, and dedication to the sport he loved so much. We remember the tenacity and passion that he showed when race, and he will be very, very missed. "
- Malcolm Wilson, Ford World Rally team boss
"Today is really overshadowed by the tragic death of Marco Simoncelli at the MotoGP race in Malaysia. Marco recently visited M-Sport a few weeks ago to test the Fiesta RS WRC. He was very enthusiastic and happy to be in the car, and now we are very sad to hear this news. Condolences to the family we are in, friends, and colleagues. "
- MotoGP
"MotoGP convey deep condolences to the family of Marco, friends, and his team, on this tragic loss."
- Williams Formula 1 Team
"Also mourning to the families and friends Marco, after the MotoGP riders were powerless against the severe injuries suffered due to a tragic accident this morning."
- Heikki Kovalainen, Lotus Formula 1 racer
"I'm not sure a star MotoGP, Simoncelli, had died in this accident, a talented rider was lost today."
- Karun Chandhok, Lotus Formula 1 racer reserves
"A terrible week for our sport ... Just heard Marco Simoncelli MotoGP race had been killed on this day ... a talented rider - lost for MotoGP."
- Cal Crutchlow, Yamaha Tech 3 rider
"RIP Marco Simoncelli! A great rider and fun. I'll never forget this day. Also mourning."
- Team Yamaha MotoGP
"Rest in peace, Sic ... we give our condolences to the family and your team. A tragedy."
- Shuhei Nakamoto, President of HRC
"I do not know what to say. Marco is a nice person, and a talented rider. Sometimes I was rude to him, like when he won his first podium in Brno, when I say: 'Podium of luck!' and he was so angry ... but I wanted to motivate him. I just think that when she first win, we'll celebrate together ... Now I just want to thank Marco, for what you gave me and greeting My condolences to his family. "
- Dani Pedrosa, Honda MotoGP racer
"In a tragedy like this, nothing can be said. I just wanted extends condolences to the families and all who loved him. I've been with her father and all we can do is hug, nothing else. It was a fatal incident, and everyone in the paddock was still in shock. Sometimes we ourselves forget how dangerous this sport, and when you lose, then it means nothing. It is clear, that we all do what we like, what we love, but on days like today, no one can say. "
- Andrea Dovizioso, MotoGP Honda rider
"In this situation, words do not seem appropriate. I think Marco's family and all who love him, especially his father and mother. I also have children, and what is happening today is the most difficult situation you can imagine. I see images and was shocked: when the race you fight and push hard, and disasters often appear around the bend. Marco is a strong rider and he's always pushing hard. We raced together since childhood, I see it is always pushing to the maximum, he often falls, but without major injury, he seemed invincible. What happened today this seems unlikely. "
- Casey Stoner, MotoGP world champion and Honda MotoGP rider
"I am shocked and saddened to lose Marco. When this happens, remind that how precious life is, and makes me feel sick. All I can say is sorry and condolences to the family of Marco."
- Jenson Button, McLaren Formula 1 driver
"RIP Marco ... A talented rider was lost. My condolences to his family, friends, and everyone in MotoGP. Sometimes motor sports can be cruel ..."
- Jorge Lorenzo, MotoGP Yamaha rider
"I do not know what to say on a day like this ... I just know that we will miss you. Beristirahatlan in peace, Marco."
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