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Disappearance of Sir Stirling Moss – Reactions from the motorsport world

Sports leaders, former champions and current drivers have taken to social media to express their sadness and gratitude for Sir Stirling Moss, who died on Sunday April 12 at the age of 90.

Published on 12/04/2020 à 15:58

Medhi Casaurang

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Disappearance of Sir Stirling Moss – Reactions from the motorsport world

The announcement of the disappearance of Sir Stirling Moss, Sunday April 12, shook the world of motorsport. Many personalities wanted to react, particularly through social networks, a sort of condolence book 2.0.

For the President of the International Automobile Federation (FIA), Jean Todt, “It’s a very sad day. Stirling Moss was a true motorsport legend and will remain so forever. »

 

Pierre Fillon, the President of the Automobile Club de l'Ouest (ACO), recalls the Briton's eloquent track record in 24 Hours of Le Mans. “The man and the driver have brought so much to motorsport, all competitions combined. Untitled (worldwide F1), he is a motor racing legend. Some referred to him as the incarnation of motorsport, Mr. Motorsport, he was certainly one of its most notable ambassadors.

At the 24 Hours of Le Mans, he had ten entries, including 1955 with Mercedes. His record will include two 2nd places as best results with Jaguar and Aston Martin. The ACO will remember the delightful man and driver who, not long ago, competed on the Le Mans circuit during historic events, with the same pleasure and commitment.

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On behalf of the Automobile Club de L'Ouest, I send my warmest and most moved thoughts to his wife, his family and his loved ones. »

The head of the Motorsport department for Liberty Media, Ross Brown, wrote a letter on the official F1 website. “He went beyond the term “legend”. His skill, in any car, was simply exceptional.

The qualities towards other competitors and more generally the people involved in the competition, were an example for us. He fought as hard as the other drivers to win, but he never exceeded the limit and he always competed in an elegant manner. He established a behavior that all athletes should follow”, analyzes the former technical director in F1.

The American Mario Andretti, Twitter expert despite his 80 years, paid his tribute. “My dear friend Stirling Moss has passed away. He was my hero and a charming man, loved by everyone. A true giant of our sport, who will be missed forever”, explains the 1 F1978 world champion.

 

As for contemporary pilots, Lewis Hamilton released photos dating from 2014, where the six-time world champion shared a lap of the historic Monza circuit with Sir Stirling Moss:

 

“I will definitely miss our conversations. I am so grateful to have been able to experience these special moments with him. I send my prayers and thoughts to his family. »​

George Russell (Williams) admits to having met Sir Stirling Moss only twice. “But that was enough to understand why he was so respected. »

 

According to the Mercedes-AMG F1 team principal, Toto wolff, “Sir Stirling was a figure in our sport and one of the survivors of an era when danger, bravery and camaraderie were the thousands of motor racing.

But above all, Stirling's career was marked by impeccable sportsmanship and in this he truly stood out from the rest. He was a great figure in Mercedes history, as a Grand Prix driver and winner of the 1955 Mille Miglia. It is no exaggeration to say that we will never see his like again. »

A sign of the importance of Sir Stirling Moss, Ola Käellenius, the boss of Dailmer AG and head of Mercedes-Benz Cars spoke this Sunday: “The Mercedes-Benz family mourns the loss of Sir Stirling Moss. He will be missed as a man, but he will be unforgettable as one of the greatest drivers of all time. His victory in the 1955 Mille Miglia made him a sporting legend. He was both a successful athlete and a true gentleman. And that is how we will always remember him. »

 

The young retiree from the circuits Jenson Button delivered a personal message. “I will miss our conversations, your knowledge, your jokes, your help, your infectious smile and seeing you push as hard as you can, no matter what you were driving, even though you were over 80 years old. The world of racing will no longer be the same. »

 

Zak Brown, Director General of McLaren, points out “a remarkable and versatile driver as well as an incredible ambassador for British and international motorsport. »

 

The manufacturers' Twitter accounts recalled their links with the “Uncrowned Champion”. Aston Martin has released an image of Sir Stirling Moss aboard a DB3S, the model that took him to victory at Le Mans in 1956.

 

Ferrari shared a photo of the driver in full attack with a 250 GT SWB Berlinetta while Porsche participated well in a test Formula 2 in 1960 with a car In 718:

 

 

Medhi Casaurang

Passionate about the history of motorsport across all disciplines, I learned to read thanks to AUTOhebdo. At least that's what my parents tell everyone when they see my name inside!

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