The world of motorsport is in mourning following the tragic death of Craig Breen.
The 33-year-old, who was from Waterford, died when his Hyundai car crashed during a pre-race test on the route near the town of Lobor yesterday.
He began his racing career in karting before moving into full-time rallying in 2009.
Councillor Ger Frisby says Craig will be hugely missed.
"It's a terrible tragedy. I would like to sincerely offer my heartfelt sympathies to Craig's family, his mother and father Jackie and Ray, and his sister Kelly, and the whole extended Breen family."
Meanwhile tributes have been pouring in for Breen on social media.
We’ll miss you, Craig Breen ❤️ 🕊️
1990-2023pic.twitter.com/u7XGQlMc3k— Autosport (@autosport) April 13, 2023
The WRC family is shocked and saddened to learn of Craig Breen's passing. Our thoughts and condolences are with the family and friends of Craig at this incredibly sad time https://t.co/xdN9qkxlXw
— World Rally Championship (@OfficialWRC) April 13, 2023
It’s with extreme sadness today that we have learned of the passing of winner of the 2019 West Cork Rally. Rest In Pease @Craig_Breen you were a great friend
— West Cork Rally (@westcorkrally) April 13, 2023
FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem: “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.” pic.twitter.com/kuIugu51qt
— FIA (@fia) April 13, 2023
