Following the news that Murray Walker has passed away aged 97, fans and friends of the legendary commentator have been posting tribute messages on social media, pronouncing their farewells to the man who was the voice of Formula 1 in the United Kingdom for decades.
He was the voice of @F1 to millions and his love, passion and positivity for our sport were unmatched.
— Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team (@MercedesAMGF1) March 13, 2021
You will be truly missed, Murray Walkerpic.twitter.com/mXVDID6GdS
So sad to hear of Murray’s passing. I remember growing up hearing your voice over the races. You made the sport so much more exciting and captivating. The iconic voice of our sport and a great man, thank you for all you did, you will never be forgotten. Rest in peace
— Lewis Hamilton (@LewisHamilton) March 13, 2021
We are all very sad to hear that Murray Walker, the voice of motorsport, passed away earlier today. pic.twitter.com/QJSlILyyP4
— Oracle Red Bull Racing (@redbullracing) March 13, 2021
The voice of Formula 1 ♥️ Murray Walker pic.twitter.com/uXWxMNpQtj
— Honda Racing F1_Archive (@HondaRacingF1) March 13, 2021
Rest in Peace Murray Walker, a gentleman and a legend in every sense of the word. It was an honour to know you, a delight to spend time in your company and inspiring to listen and learn from you. THE voice of Formula 1 and always will be. Thankyou xx
— David Croft (@CroftyF1) March 13, 2021
We are immensely sad to hear that Murray Walker has passed away
— Formula 1 (@F1) March 13, 2021
His passion and love of the sport inspired millions of fans around the world
He will forever be a part of our history, and will be dearly missed pic.twitter.com/cMwLjjqxAj
Rest in Peace Murray Walker. Wonderful man in every respect. National treasure, communication genius, Formula One legend.
— Martin Brundle (@MBrundleF1) March 13, 2021
We are truly saddened to hear of Murray Walker's passing.
— Williams Racing (@WilliamsRacing) March 13, 2021
Murray was the voice of @F1 for so many, and provided unforgettable commentary on many of this team's most iconic moments. His passion for the sport was infectious, and never failed to make people smile. pic.twitter.com/YjN8nfSuia
Today we say farewell to one of the greats of our sport, Murray was the voice of F1 for so many years, he put his heart and soul into commentating. The legend will always live on in our memories but today in Murray’s words “I’ve got to stop because I have a lump in my throat” pic.twitter.com/Z10RcslkGk
— Jenson Button (@JensonButton) March 13, 2021
Like millions of F1 fans, all of us at McLaren are deeply saddened by the news that Murray Walker has passed away.
— McLaren (@McLarenF1) March 13, 2021
He brought our sport to generations by sharing his passion and knowledge with humour and humility. Our thoughts are with all who had the fortune to know him. pic.twitter.com/0NBS1KWxpE
The greatest sports commentator of all time. RIP Murray Walker. pic.twitter.com/NdFuDcoJsM
— Alex Jacques (@AlexJacquesF1) March 13, 2021
Rest in Peace Murray Walker
— Lando Norris (@LandoNorris) March 13, 2021
Legendpic.twitter.com/iAkov2VCnt
Saying goodbye to an icon of motorsport, Murray Walker. Thank you for capturing, and keeping, the attention of many F1 fans for generations
— Visa Cash App RB F1 Team (@visacashapprb) March 13, 2021![]()
And we’ve got to stop, because we’ve got a lump in our throatpic.twitter.com/QqJgCUrp6W
Rest in peace, Murray Walker. A true legend of F1. Thanks for making millions of fans love our sport.
— Stake F1 Team KICK Sauber (@stakef1team_ks) March 13, 2021pic.twitter.com/F5cEvuycm9
Tonight we pay tribute to the voice of F1, the legendary Murray Walker, who brought joy to so many of us.
— BWT Alpine F1 Team (@AlpineF1Team) March 13, 2021
Rest in peace, Murray. May you once again tussle for the mic with James Hunt. May your Murrayisms entertain all for ever more. pic.twitter.com/FjKyuOALV1
Very sad to learn that Murray Walker has passed away. @F1 Grand Prix commentator for over 25 years for the BBC and ITV, notably with James Hunt, he was the voice of Formula 1. All the @FIA family pays tribute to him. My thoughts are with his loved ones. pic.twitter.com/NtD178U8HF
— Jean Todt (@JeanTodt) March 13, 2021
Terribly sad news that Murray Walker has passed away. An absolute gentleman, complete professional and a total pleasure to both work and spend time with. Rest in Peace, Murray. pic.twitter.com/3SZm2OR93J
— Channel 4 F1® (@C4F1) March 13, 2021
Deeply saddened to learn of the death of my mentor Murray Walker. Just shy of his century. We lived some great experiences together on the road, many laughs and endless stories. A life incredibly well lived. #MurrayWalker #F1 pic.twitter.com/y0uIjs4eQd
— James Allen (@Jamesallenonf1) March 13, 2021
Like millions of fans, Murray Walker was a huge part of my childhood.
— Karun Chandhok (@karunchandhok) March 13, 2021
Despite growing up in India, I used to watch the races on VHS tapes months after the race & his iconic way of commentating got me excited about F1.
RIP Murray – you made the world a better place #Legend pic.twitter.com/GfMjV89Wuf
Legend is an overused word. But Murray Walker was absolutely that. The definitive voice of motorsport.
— Brands Hatch (@Brands_Hatch) March 13, 2021
RIP Murray. Thank you for everything.pic.twitter.com/X3gQNB989n
I'm deeply saddened by the loss of Murray Walker.
— Mika Häkkinen (@F1MikaHakkinen) March 13, 2021
A man who brought F1 to life, what a sad day for racing. RIP Murray Walker.
— Alex Albon (@alex_albon) March 13, 2021
Such sad news to hear that Murray Walker OBE has passed away.
— BTCC (@BTCC) March 13, 2021
Murray was a true inspiration to us all, an icon and true motorsport legend.
We are eternally proud that his infectious commentary was such a big part of the BTCC.
Thank you… Rest in Peace Murray. pic.twitter.com/B5myk3Mh8U
The voice of F1 and a true legend of our sport. His legacy will forever live on. Rest in peace, Murray. https://t.co/3fNedRQHLs
— George Russell (@GeorgeRussell63) March 13, 2021
RIP Murray, grew up to your voice and ‘Murrayisms’ on a Sunday afternoon like so many
— Jack Aitken – 한세용 (@JaitkenRacer) March 13, 2021