Rallying legend Paddy Hopkirk has died at the age of 89
There were many wins, podiums and demonstrations of his remarkable ability, including an Acropolis Rally triumph, five Circuit of Ireland victories, three Le Mans finishes, a Spa 24hr class win and regular Targa Fliorio outings. But perhaps one outing - not victory - highlights the breadth of his personality more than others.
Hopkirk carried on competing full-time until 1970, adding to his victory tally on national events and fighting at the sharp end of internationals, but even in ‘retirement’, the lure of competition never really went away; in 1977 he made the podium on the London-Sydney again, in 1982 he won the RAC Golden 50, a special anniversary event featuring many legends of the sport, and in 1990 he won the Pirelli Classic Marathon.
Hopkirk died in Stoke Mandeville Hospital yesterday but, true to form, had been working away on various automotive and charity projects even recently. His passing leaves a hole in the lives of many he helped and supported - but a legacy for them to be proud of. He is survived by his wife Jennifer and children Katie, Patrick and William, and six grandchildren.
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