It wasn’t too long ago when FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem went through a horrible personal tragedy. Sulayem recently lost his son Saif Ben Sulayem to a car crash. Saif was an ex-racer himself who competed amidst the likes of current F1 rookies Logan Sargeant and Oscar Piastri. The FIA boss has now announced the passing of a WRC driver who too lost his life while behind the wheel.
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Despite all the safety upgrades year after year, motor racing remains one of the most dangerous sports out there. Ben Sulayem’s son wasn’t even driving competitively when he had his fatal crash. This begs the question, is FIA doing enough to ensure drivers’ safety? Are governments doing enough to ensure road safety?
Mohammed Ben Sulayem expresses his condolences on the passing of legendary rallyist
News just broke about the passing of WRC driver Craig Breen. The Irish driver, as per The Sun’s report, crashed into a pole and succumbed to his injuries. Craig’s team, Hyundai is investigating the tragic loss.
Paying his respects and expressing his condolences to the family and friends of Craig, Ben Sulayem wrote on Twitter, “On behalf of the FIA, I extend sincere condolences to the family & friends of Craig Breen following his passing during a private testing accident. Our thoughts & prayers are with his loved ones & the Rally community at this difficult time.”
The news caught Craig’s fans in shock who mourned his death as well. Take a look at some reactions to the devastating news on Twitter.
This is actually heartbreaking
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Terrible news, condolences go to his family and friends
Another shock to the industry, RIP.
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.
One fan highlighted how motor racing continues to be a dangerous sport and paid their respects to Craig.
Very sad. Hard to believe... we sometimes forget how dangerous this sport can be. Craig was a great guy and will be sorely missed. Condolences to all who knew him. 😢
Massive shock to hear this tragic news. RIP Craig, gone too soon.
Just heard this on the radio... Terrible news Thoughts and prayers for his family and friends RIP
Fans of Craig and his on-track exploits were in shock.
Another fan was waiting for him to once again take to the track and leave them mesmerized with his charismatic drives.
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Awful awful news for Craig and family. Everyone in rallying is stunned and we all offer our sincere condolences to his family & to James too. Sure will miss his passion and emotion RIP 💚
Breen’s sad passing shows that whatever we do, we can never make a sport like rallying a hundred percent safe. However, efforts to eliminate as many threats to life as possible should continue. Here’s hoping that we do not get to hear such a piece of news again. Rest in Peace Craig.