F1 Stars pay respects to Lauda on social media

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09:54, 21 May 2019

Ealier this morning the tragic news was announced that three-time world champion Niki Lauda had passed away at the age of 70.

Many current and former stars of Formula 1 having been showing their respects through social media for the legend of the sport.

Daniel Ricciardo shared a post on instagram saying "Very sad news this morning but we can be proud of the man Niki was and appreciate the legacy he’ll leave."

Jenson Button simply said "A legend. has left us. Rest in peace Niki." on an instagram post.

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RIP Niki 😔

3:15 AM · May 21, 2019

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While former driver Nico Rosberg who drove under the Austrian during his time at the team thanked him for everything he had done.

Several others including teams and driver also posted.

Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team

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❤ Niki, 1949 - 2019

5:40 AM · May 21, 2019

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Rest in peace Niki Lauda. Forever carried in our hearts, forever immortalised in our history. The motorsport community today mourns the devastating loss of a true legend. The thoughts of everyone at F1 are with his friends and family.

5:11 AM · May 21, 2019

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Shocked by the loss of Niki Lauda. He was a true legend in our sport and someone I had great respect for. May he rest in peace #RIPNiki

7:33 AM · May 21, 2019

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Shocking and sad news this morning. RIP Niki 😔

5:58 AM · May 21, 2019

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A real loss to Sport and a big hole in our hearts. Courageous, chatty, and extremely funny. I am going to miss you being around the @F1 paddock but the legend of Niki Lauda will live on, because you were a very very special man. Thanks for all the memories #3timesWC @SkySportsF1

5:27 AM · May 21, 2019

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Saddened by the news of Niki Lauda. Not only a huge inspiration with the biggest comeback in sport so far, but a unique personality as well. Personally I’ll never forget him sticking up for me in Melbourne after my F1 career ended. Rest In Peace, Niki.

4:58 AM · May 21, 2019

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Oggi è un giorno triste per la F1. La grande famiglia della Ferrari apprende con profonda tristezza la notizia della morte dell’amico Niki Lauda, tre volte campione del mondo, due con la Scuderia (1975-1977). Resterai per sempre nei cuori nostri e in quelli dei tifosi. #CiaoNiki

4:57 AM · May 21, 2019

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Bye bye Niki. You gave us all great life lessons and memories. #nikilauda #f1 google.co.uk/imgres?imgurl=…

7:26 AM · May 21, 2019

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Oracle Red Bull Racing

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A champion. A legend. A friend. Ruhe in Frieden Niki.

The Team is saddened to hear the passing of Niki Lauda.

5:53 AM · May 21, 2019

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All at McLaren are deeply saddened to learn that our friend, colleague and 1984 Formula 1 World Champion, Niki Lauda, has passed away. Niki will forever be in our hearts and enshrined in our history. #RIPNiki

1:32 AM · May 21, 2019

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R.I.P Niki Lauda A legend is gone 😭 #legend #sad #F1

5:38 AM · May 21, 2019

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Niki, you were a true legend and a wonderful man! May you rest in peace ❤️

6:57 AM · May 21, 2019

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Can't find the words.. a special person has passed away. 😔 Rest in Peace, Niki!

7:39 AM · May 21, 2019

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RIP Niki 🙏🏼 #legend

7:14 AM · May 21, 2019

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