This weekend’s Moonraker Forestry Rally, the second round of the Irish Forestry Championship, has been postponed in the wake of Craig Breen’s passing.
Breen, 33, succumbed to injuries sustained when going off the road on his pre-Croatia Rally test for Hyundai Motorsport on Thursday.
The Moonraker was scheduled to run on Saturday (April 15), but the organizers have elected to delay the running of the event as a mark of respect to Breen – Ireland’s most successful driver ever in the World Rally Championship with nine career podiums and two world titles in WRC Academy and SWRC.
Elsewhere tributes have been pouring in for Craig Breen. Teams/Drivers up and down the WRC paddock have released statements and shared memories of the late Irish rally star.
Ott Tänak
I can’t believe I’m writing this now. Life can be so fragile and unfair… I can’t believe we’ve lost you mate! We’ve just been texting and another moment you’re not answering anymore, I’ll miss you buddy so bad.
Sébastien Ogier
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.
Sébastien Loeb
Life and this sport can be cruel sometimes… It is the case today for your loved ones and for the family of WRC and motorsport. Rest in peace Craig.
Kalle Rovanperä
Rest in peace Craig. My thoughts are tonight with your family and friends.
Thierry Neuville
It’s with a very heavy heart that I post this message. Today I’ve lost a team-mate but more than anything, I’ve lost a friend.
Elfyn Evans
So very hard to believe the sad news today. Craig’s passion, enthusiasm and love for the sport was unmatched and he will be sorely missed by many people.
Irish Tarmac Championship
Everyone at the Irish Tarmac Rally Championship was devastated to learn of Craig Breen’s passing on Thursday morning. Craig was an incredibly gifted rally driver and the ultimate professional. He was the perfect ambassador for our sport, constantly advocating the rallies we are blessed with at home in Ireland.
