Condolences pour in from racing world after tragic loss of Craig Breen

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17:24, 13 Apr 2023

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The tragic death of WRC driver Craig Breen has plunged the motorsport world into deep mourning. From across the racing world, condolences are pouring in via Twitter. Here is a summary of some of the reactions.

Breen died on Thursday afternoon after an accident during a test in Croatia. The Croatia rally, the fourth race for the world championship, starts there on Friday. In the championship, Breen occupied sixth place.

Valtteri Bottas

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Shocking news. RIP @Craig_Breen 🍀

FIA World Rally Championship

@OfficialWRC

The WRC family is shocked and saddened to learn of Craig Breen's passing. Our thoughts and condolences are with the family and friends of Craig at this incredibly sad time

1:46 PM · Apr 13, 2023

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Stoffel Vandoorne

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Incredibly sad news 😢 RIP 🙏🏼

FIA World Rally Championship

@OfficialWRC

The WRC family is shocked and saddened to learn of Craig Breen's passing. Our thoughts and condolences are with the family and friends of Craig at this incredibly sad time

2:06 PM · Apr 13, 2023

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Mercedes-AMG F1 Team

Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team

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We join the motorsport community in mourning the loss of Craig Breen, and send our sincerest condolences to his family, friends, team-mates and fans across the world.

Hyundai Motorsport

@HMSGOfficial

Statement from Hyundai Motorsport

2:49 PM · Apr 13, 2023

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Kelvin van der Linde (Formula E)

Kelvin van der Linde

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Terrible news today. RIP to an absolute talent and great guy!

Hyundai Motorsport

@HMSGOfficial

Statement from Hyundai Motorsport

2:13 PM · Apr 13, 2023

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Antonio Felix da Costa

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Can’t believe this! Rest in Peace! Thoughts to the family!

Autosport

@autosport

Everyone at Autosport is saddened to hear that WRC driver, Craig Breen, passed away earlier today. We all send our thoughts and condolences to his family and friends at this sad time. Craig's talent and speed will never be forgotten.

1:58 PM · Apr 13, 2023

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Petter Solberg

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❤️

1:56 PM · Apr 13, 2023

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Sebastien Ogier

Sébastien Ogier

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I’m lost for words... Everyone loved Craig for his great Irish character and his enthusiasm for our sport. My thoughts are with his family and friends in this very sad time. RIP Craig, we will miss you

2:44 PM · Apr 13, 2023

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Formula 1

@F1

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The Formula 1 community is sending our thoughts and love to Craig Breen's family and friends

FIA World Rally Championship

@OfficialWRC

The WRC family is shocked and saddened to learn of Craig Breen's passing. Our thoughts and condolences are with the family and friends of Craig at this incredibly sad time

2:22 PM · Apr 13, 2023

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Esteban Ocon

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A very sad day. My thoughts are with Craig’s family and friends. RIP.

Motorsport

@Motorsport

Everyone at Motorsport.com is saddened to hear that WRC driver, Craig Breen, passed away earlier today. We all send our sincerest condolences to Craig's family and friends at this difficult time 🌹

3:46 PM · Apr 13, 2023

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Romain Grosjean

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Terrible news. RIP Craig

Motorsport

@Motorsport

Everyone at Motorsport.com is saddened to hear that WRC driver, Craig Breen, passed away earlier today. We all send our sincerest condolences to Craig's family and friends at this difficult time 🌹

3:57 PM · Apr 13, 2023

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Red Bull Racing

Oracle Red Bull Racing

@redbullracing

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We join the motorsport community in sending our sincere condolences to Craig's family, friends and all involved with WRC at this time.

Hyundai Motorsport

@HMSGOfficial

Statement from Hyundai Motorsport

4:45 PM · Apr 13, 2023

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Haas

TGR Haas F1 Team

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We join the motorsport community in mourning the passing of WRC Hyundai Motorsport rally driver Craig Breen. Our thoughts are with his family, friends and team at this time.

4:27 PM · Apr 13, 2023

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Maserati MSG Racing

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We all know our sport is dangerous, but that doesn't make this hurt any less. Today, the world lost rallying royalty in Craig Breen. Our sincere condolences and sympathies lie with Craig's family at this time.

3:44 PM · Apr 13, 2023

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Carlos Sainz

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Very sad to hear about Craig’s death. All my condolences to his family and friends. Today’s a sad day for the rally family.

6:17 PM · Apr 13, 2023

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Condolences pour in from racing world after tragic loss of Craig Breen

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