Former International Formula 1 Commentator Murray Walker Passes Away

British broadcasting legend Murray Walker has died, aged 97.

The radio and TV presenter was the enthusiastic voice of motorsport in Britain from the late 1940s, and he became a leading international Formula 1 commentator from the late 1970s until his retirement in 2001.

Announcing the sad news of Walker’s death in a statement on Saturday (13Mar21), a spokesman for the British Racing Drivers’ Club said: “It is with great sadness we share the news of the passing of BRDC Associate member Murray Walker OBE. A friend, a true motorsport legend, the nation’s favourite commentator and a contagious smile. Murray will be sadly missed, his mark and voice will live on in motorsport and our hearts forever.