Marco Simoncelli (front), struggling with Rizla Suzuki rider Alvaro Bautista (center) and Colin Edwards Tech 3 Yamaha, the Malaysian GP Sunday (23.10.11). It is shortly before the accident that in this corner Simoncelli crashed and killed by Edwards,
Sepang, - Death Accidental Death Marco Simoncelli in the Sepang Circuit, Malaysia, on Sunday (10/23/11), leaving a deep pain of the authors of motorsport in the world. The expression of condolence came from diverse backgrounds, ranging from those working in motor racing cars.
Here is an excerpt of the statement by those who mourn the death of Simoncelli:
- Nicky Hayden, Ducati MotoGP "Sometimes life is ridiculous ... RIP (rest in peace) # 58 - numbers Simoncelli, who was always a star on and off the track always miss you.".
- Team Suzuki MotoGP
"Everyone at Rizla Suzuki greatly affected by the tragic events of this day, and we send you a feeling of great sorrow to the family of Marco and his friends in this great loss."
- Mark Webber of Red Bull Formula 1
"RIP Mark. A special talent that we will always wonder ..."
- Chaz Davies, winner of the Supersport World
"RIP Mark. Sports have lost a great rider and great friend. My mind along with his family. I was lucky not to be his teammate in 2002. He is a wonderful companion and I taught the Italian language, which can not forget! "
- Taka Horio, Managing Director of Bridgestone Motorsport Department
"Today we destroyed. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family of Marco, in this terrible accident, and the team. Words can not describe the emotions we all feel. The family has lost a bright star in MotoGP, an original character very big and powerful, charismatic and has an unstoppable spirit, and all have lost a great friend. We are working closely with Mark in his first two years in MotoGP, and it is clear that he was a true athlete, something that proved time and time 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 skill, talent and dedication to the sport he loved. We remember the tenacity and passion that showed the race, and he's going to be very, very lost. "
- Malcolm Wilson, head of Ford World Rally Team
"Today is overshadowed by the tragic death of Marco Simoncelli in the MotoGP race in Malaysia. Marco M-Sport recently visited a few weeks ago to test the Fiesta RS WRC. He was very excited and happy to be in the car, and now we are very sad to hear this news. Condolences to the family that we are, friends and colleagues. "
- MotoGP
"MotoGP express their deepest condolences to the family of Marco, friends, and colleagues at this tragic loss."
- Williams Formula 1 team
"In addition, the mourning relatives and friends of Mark, after the MotoGP riders were powerless against the severe injuries suffered due to a tragic accident this morning."
- Heikki Kovalainen, Lotus Formula 1 driver
"I'm not sure a star of MotoGP, Simoncelli, had died in this accident, a driver with talent has been lost today."
- Karun Chandhok, Lotus Formula 1 racer reserves
"A terrible week for our sport ... just heard MotoGP Marco Simoncelli had been killed in the day ... a talented driver -. Lost to MotoGP "
- Cal Crutchlow, Yamaha Tech 3 rider
"RIP Marco Simoncelli! A great rider and fun. Never forget this day. In addition to mourning."
- Team Yamaha MotoGP
"Rest in peace, Sic ... give our condolences to the family and his team. A tragedy."
- Shuhei Nakamoto, President of HRC
"I do not know what to say about Marco is a good person and a talented driver Sometimes I was rude to him, as 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 think the first time you win, we will celebrate together ... Now I just want to thank Marco, so I was sorry and citaku greeting his family. "
- Dani Pedrosa, MotoGP Honda Pilot
"In a tragedy like this, nothing can be said. I just wanted to extend his condolences to the families and all who loved him. I have been with his father and all we can do is embrace, nothing more. It was a fatal incident, and everyone in the paddock was still in shock. Sometimes we forget how dangerous this sport, and when you lose, then it means nothing. Clearly, we all do what we like, what we like, but on days like today, nobody can say. "
- Andrea Dovizioso, MotoGP Honda Pilot
"In this situation, the words do not seem appropriate. I think Marco's family and all who love him, especially his father and mother. I also I have children, and what is happening today is the most difficult situation you can imagine. I see the pictures and was surprised: .. when the race to fight and push hard, and disasters often appear around the bend of Marco is a strong rider and is always working hard ran together from childhood, I see that is always pushing to the maximum, he often falls, but without serious injury, which seemed invincible. What happened today this seems unlikely. "
- Casey Stoner, MotoGP World Champion and MotoGP Honda
"I am shocked and saddened to lose Marco. When this happens, remember how precious life is, and makes me feel sick. All I can say is that I regret and condolences to the family of Marco".
- Jenson Button, McLaren Formula 1 driver
"RIP Marco ... A talented rider was lost. Duka citaku 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 today ... I just know that I miss you. Beristirahatlan in peace, Mark. "