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Motorsport reacts to Lauda's death

The motorsport community has reacted following the news of Niki Lauda's death.

Published on 21/05/2019 à 08:44

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Motorsport reacts to Lauda's death

The motorsport community knows how to show how united it is when it loses one of its members, even more so when it is one of its legends. The three-time world champion F1 died at the age of 70 in Vienna (Austria) after succumbing to lung disease. Mercedes reacted soberly after the announcement of the loss of its non-executive vice-president, presenting a portrait of him.

La Team Ferrari paid tribute to the man with whom it won two Drivers' titles in 1975 and 1977. “It's a sad day for F1. The extended Ferrari family learned with infinite sadness of the death of our friend Niki Lauda, ​​three-time world champion, including two with Ferrari. You will forever remain in our hearts and in those of the fans. »

McLaren allowed Niki Lauda to win his last title in 1984 after welcoming the Austrian for 4 seasons. “All of us at McLaren are very sad to learn of the loss of our friend, colleague and 1984 F1 world champion, Niki Lauda. Niki will forever be in our hearts and we will treasure him in our memories. »

Toro Rosso reacted through the voice of his Team Principal Franz Tost: “Even if I knew that Niki's state of health was critical, I always hoped to see him again on the circuits. I am very sad to realize that this will not be the case. I will keep the image of a very professional pilot with great success as his three titles attest, but also as an experienced businessman. F1 has lost one of the greatest ambassadors of the discipline. My sincere condolences to his family. »

F1 also had a word for this legend who has just passed away. “Rest in peace Niki Lauda. You will remain forever in our hearts, forever immortal in our memories. The motorsport community today mourns the loss of a true legend. All thoughts of F1 are with his friends and family. »

Nico Rosberg has published a message in tribute to the three-time world champion with whom he worked at Mercedes. “Dear Niki. Thank you for everything you have done for me. I learned so much from you. Your passion, your fighting spirit, never giving up, your belief that you placed twice in life, and above all your patience with us younger ones. Myself and your hundred million fans around the world who you also inspired in the most difficult times are thinking of you and your family and we wish you to rest in peace. »

Andy Palmer, the president ofAston Martin : “Rest in peace Niki. A true motorsport legend. They don't make people like you anymore today. The condolences of all Aston Martin staff go to Niki Lauda's family. »

 

George Russell, pilot Williams : “Niki, you were a true legend and a wonderful man. May you rest in peace. »

Pedro de la Rosa, driver 1 from 1999 to 2012 “I learned so much from this great man. Not just about running, but about life. He is one of the people I fought the most with, but whom I loved and respected the most. Thanks Niki? You will always be a legend. I kiss your entire beautiful family. Rest in peace Niki.

 

Max Verstappen, pilot Red Bull “I am in shock at the disappearance of Niki Lauda. He was a true legend in our sport and someone for whom I had deep respect. May he rest in peace.

 

Haas F1 Team “He will be remembered as an icon of our sport. Thank you Niki for everything you have done for F1. Rest in peace. »

Racing Point “Niki, you were an inspiration to all of us, not just to people in the F1 paddock, but to the entire world of motorsport and beyond. Rest in peace, legend. »

Dani Sordo, pilotes Hyundai en WRC “I say goodbye to a legend. It was an example of surpassing oneself. Rest in peace champion. »

Dieter Gass, Director of Audi Motorsport: “With the death of Niki Lauda, ​​motorsport has lost one of its greatest figures. He left an indelible mark as a driver, businessman, TV pundit and president of Mercedes F1. He will be missed by all of us who worked with him. Our thoughts are with his family at this difficult time. »

 

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David Brabham: “Sad to hear that the great Niki Lauda has seen his last checkered flag. What a man and what a pilot. There was no one like him. His contribution to the sport and to the Brabham family has been immense. Rest in peace Niki Lauda. »

 

 

 

Emerson Fittipaldi: “Dear Niki. You had a lot of talent. You were tough in business, but you were always loyal and you will remain a magnificent champion. Your story inspired my family, my son Emmo and my grandsons Pietro and Enzo as well as myself. »

Ryan Hunter-Reay: “You learn nothing from success, but conclusions can be drawn from setbacks and failures. This applies to both your private life and your career. » Niki Lauda, ​​a true icon of the discipline. The motorsport community is saddened. »

 

Nigel Mansell: “What a sad loss. Niki was a legend in the sport and an inspiration to so many. My thoughts are with his loved ones. »

 

Mario Andretti: “My heart is heavy today, bruised by the loss of a colleague and friend. Niki Lauda…a wonderful man. »

Gerhard Berger “I was very sad to learn of Niki's death. I have not only lost a friend, but Austria has lost one of its greatest sportsmen. While the word “legend” is often overused, it is very appropriate for Niki. His successes as a pilot and businessman, combined with his extraordinary personality, made him an international legend. My thoughts are with his family... She has taken great care of him these last few months, at the cost of personal sacrifices. I have had a very close relationship with Niki over the last ten years, both as a pilot, as a business partner and as a friend. He was someone you could always count on. Her attention to detail, her sense of order and her intelligence are things I will always remember... I know very few people who have had as rich a life as Niki. He had great successes in business and in sport and he knew how to find happiness in his private life. He has also gone through the biggest possible setbacks in almost every aspect of his life. He remained pragmatic as we know him so well. Niki Lauda should not be known only for his three titles and his comeback after his serious accident in 1976. He was much more than that..."

Mercedes also released a statement with the reaction of Toto Wolff, boss of the world champion team, of which Niki Lauda was non-executive director.

This article will be updated as publications become available.

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