'Voice of F1' Murray Walker dies aged 97

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The iconic commentator was previously diagnosed with a form of lymphoma. FMTNews

Murray Walker was a commentator for the BBC and ITV for over 30 years.

Known for his passionate vocal style while commentating, he reported on his first Grand Prix for BBC radio at Silverstone in 1949. “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.”

Walker graduated from Sandhurst’s Royal Military College and went on to command a Sherman tank in the Battle of the Reichswald in World War Two. “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.”

 

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