Just read on facebook that Sid Watkins has died, I haven't found any offical news yet, but hopefully it's not true
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| Author: | Juihi [ Wed Sep 12, 2012 9:31 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Sid Watkins | 1928 - 2012 |
Just read on facebook that Sid Watkins has died, I haven't found any offical news yet, but hopefully it's not true
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| Author: | Gaara [ Wed Sep 12, 2012 9:33 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: 2012 Random F1 Discussion |
I've read that too but nothing official. Very sad if true
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| Author: | krag [ Wed Sep 12, 2012 9:42 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: 2012 Random F1 Discussion |
Gaara wrote: I've read that too but nothing official. Very sad if true read it also on twitter, from an autosport magazine writer. |
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| Author: | Jonny [ Wed Sep 12, 2012 9:45 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: 2012 Random F1 Discussion |
That's sad. If you haven't read his book Life at the Limit then do so. From the medical helicopter pilots to the drivers from different eras. Great read. |
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| Author: | Neil [ Wed Sep 12, 2012 9:45 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: 2012 Random F1 Discussion |
I really hope that it's not true. If it is though, F1 need to honour him in some epic way. His contribution to safety can't be overstated no matter how hard you try. |
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| Author: | codename_47 [ Wed Sep 12, 2012 9:46 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: 2012 Random F1 Discussion |
A massive downer, the man did so much for F1 and asked for so little in return, a true hero and a gentleman to boot. RIP Sid, you will be sorely missed. |
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| Author: | StanV [ Wed Sep 12, 2012 9:47 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: 2012 Random F1 Discussion |
That would be Henry Hope-Frost who first posted it. I can only wish I will be able to achieve and experience (positive & negative) so much in that lifespan. 84 is a nice age. Rest in peace. |
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| Author: | Whofan [ Wed Sep 12, 2012 9:47 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: 2012 Random F1 Discussion |
RIP Sid Watkins Truely one of the most important figures in the history of F1 |
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| Author: | De Cesaris fan [ Wed Sep 12, 2012 9:50 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: 2012 Random F1 Discussion |
RIP Sid, and thank you. |
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| Author: | Mattzel89 [ Wed Sep 12, 2012 9:52 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: 2012 Random F1 Discussion |
He can finally go fishing with Ayrton now... sad news
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| Author: | krag [ Wed Sep 12, 2012 9:56 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: 2012 Random F1 Discussion |
 Thank you Professor |
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| Author: | Fabs [ Wed Sep 12, 2012 9:58 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: 2012 Random F1 Discussion |
champ RIP |
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| Author: | Fish88 [ Wed Sep 12, 2012 9:59 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: 2012 Random F1 Discussion |
Great man, especially his role in making the sport safer won't be forgotten. |
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| Author: | kals [ Wed Sep 12, 2012 10:18 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: 2012 Random F1 Discussion |
RIP Sid, what a man. I think he deserves his own thread. |
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| Author: | Tamburello94 [ Wed Sep 12, 2012 10:30 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Sid Watkins | 1928 - 2012 |
I'm saddened by this. Have fun fishing with Ayrton. |
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| Author: | EsbenT [ Wed Sep 12, 2012 10:33 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Sid Watkins | 1928 - 2012 |
http://www.amazon.com/Life-Limit-Triump ... 197&sr=8-1 Can only echo what Cash said. If you want to learn more about the good doctor of Formula 1, I highly reccomend his book: Life at the Limit. It's the second piece of motorsports literature I acquired, and it's one of the best for sure. Very exciting, even if you're not particularly a fan of motorsports, as it tells the history of a very interesting and important man. R.I.P. |
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| Author: | Rubmifer [ Wed Sep 12, 2012 10:39 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Sid Watkins | 1928 - 2012 |
http://www.gpupdate.net/en/f1-news/2839 ... me_oneline Such sad sad news. RIP Sid. |
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| Author: | Eddington mains [ Wed Sep 12, 2012 11:09 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Sid Watkins | 1928 - 2012 |
Saddened by the news of The Profs passing, Defiantly one of the top 5 most important people in F1 ever, a great man has gone. RIP |
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| Author: | Cheeveer [ Wed Sep 12, 2012 11:15 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Sid Watkins | 1928 - 2012 |
By reading his book I learned so much by the sport's dark side, before even my teens. When we are talking about unsung heroes, his name must be shoutest the loudest. |
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| Author: | Neil [ Wed Sep 12, 2012 11:19 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Sid Watkins | 1928 - 2012 |
Every F1 driver from the last 30 or so years owes Sid Watkins a debt of gratitude. Without him F1 would have undoubtedly lost a great many more drivers. He is one of F1's most important and influential people and it's a sad, sad day for the sport. As a mark of respect and of gratitude to a great man, Formula One should build a humidor and whisky cabinet into every medical car with a small plaque saying "Reserved for Sid". |
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