by Mark
Marco Simoncelli has succumbed to his injuries after a terrible accident at the Sepang MotoGP race, he was 24.
Simoncelli was involved in an awful accident on lap 2 of the Malaysian GP as he lost the front of his bike only for it to then re-grip and push him across the track into the path of the oncoming Colin Edwards and Valentino Rossi who had nowhere to go.
Simoncelli was seen lying on the track after his helmet had come off in the incident.
Edwards dislocated his shoulder and broke bones in his hand in the accident, the exact extent of Simoncelli’s injuries are unknown at this time but at 4.56 news was given that he had passed away.
Our thoughts are with Simoncelli’s family, friends, Team Gresini and the whole MotoGP paddock.
Cia Marco
The Monster Yamaha Tech 3 Team and Tech 3 Racing Moto2 team extends its deepest condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of Marco Simoncelli, who succumbed to injuries he received in this afternoon’s Malaysian Grand Prix.
Monster Yamaha Tech 3 rider Colin Edwards was involved in the second lap incident and he suffered a dislocated left shoulder. The American has left the Sepang International Circuit to begin his recovery at home in America and his thoughts and prayers are with Simoncelli and the Gresini Honda family.
RIP Super Sic - A much-loved star on and off the track
With Respects to Marco Simoncelli
Yamaha wish to convey the deepest heartfelt condolences and sympathies to the family, friends and colleagues of Marco Simoncelli following the tragic accident today at the Grand Prix of Malaysia. Marco was a worthy competitor and rising star of MotoGP who will be deeply missed by all.
CIAO MARCO
You will always be in our hearts (Pramac Ducati)
IN MEMORY OF MARCO SIMONCELLI
Ducati, its team and its riders are deeply affected by the tragedy that struck the MotoGP world today, and they gather around the family, friends and team of Marco Simoncelli, who lost his life in a terrible accident during the Malaysian Grand Prix.
We will always remember Marco for his smile, his enthusiasm, his big heart and for the incredible emotions he allowed us to experience in recent years. He was one of us.
Taka Horio – General Manager, Bridgestone Motorsport Department
“Today we are left devastated. Our thoughts and prayers are with Marco’s family at this terrible, terrible time, and with his team. Words can do no justice to the emotion we are all feeling. The MotoGP family has lost one of its bright stars, a genuine character whose larger-than-life persona, charisma and unstoppable spirit were infectious, and we’ve all lost a great friend. We worked closely with Marco for his first two years in MotoGP and it was clear that he was a true racer, something he proved again and again this season. Determined to the end, and a great showman. His ascent through the field in just two seasons has been fantastic to watch, testament to his raw talent, ability and dedication to the sport he so loved. We remember fondly the tenacity and spirit with which he raced, and he will be sorely, sorely missed.”
Marc VDS
The Marc VDS Racing Team, together with everyone in the MotoGP paddock, were left devastated by the news that Marco Simoncelli had succumbed to his injuries and passed away, following a crash during the Malaysian Grand Prix.
The thoughts of everyone in the Marc VDS Racing Team are with Marco’s family, friends, teammates and his extended family in the MotoGP paddock at this very difficult time.
Ciao Super Sic…
Declaration of the Race Direction
On Sunday 23rd October, during the MotoGP race at the Shell Advance Malaysian Motorcycle Grand Prix at the Sepang International Circuit, San Carlo Honda Gresini’s Italian rider Marco Simoncelli suffered a serious accident in which he received critical injuries.
The race was stopped immediately with the red flag and Simoncelli was transported by ambulance to the circuit medical centre where the medical staff worked to resuscitate him.
Despite their efforts, Marco sadly succumbed to his injuries at 4.56pm local time.
Everybody involved in MotoGP extends their deepest condolences to Marco’s family, friends and team at this tragic loss.
FTR MOTO REFLECTS ON SOMBRE DAY FOR SPORT
FTR MOTO experienced the highs and lows of motor sport on Sunday October 23 as the thrill of success was marred by tragedy.
FTR joined the motorcycle racing world on Sunday to offer its sympathies to the family, friends and team of talented Italian rider Marco Simoncelli who lost his life during the Malaysian round of the MotoGP World Championship at Sepang.
Earlier in the day Pol Espargaro took the HP Tuenti Speed Up FTR machine to third place in the 16th and penultimate round of the Moto2 World Championship.
Also on Sunday, victory at Mugello for Alessandro Andreozzi handed FTR a maiden CIV Italian National Championship title.
“It’s really difficult to comprehend what happened on Sunday,” said FTR’s Steve Bones. “The thrill of motorcycle sport quickly turned to a reminder of the dangers and results become insignificant.
“We would like to offer our condolences and sympathies to Marco’s family and friends and to the Gresini Team.”
Valentino Rossi
“Sic for me was like a youngest brother. so strong on track and so sweet in the normal life.I will miss him a lot.”
Alex Briggs - Ducati
“You can’t belive how hard that pack up was 4 everybody. Today this job sux so badly. I was & will always be a #58 fan, RIP Marco.”
Danny Kent
“RIP simmonceli, what a great racer we’ve lost :( love goes to you and family <3 xx”
Dennis Noyes
“Marco had made huge progress as a rider. I didn´t really know him well, but he could have been one of the great ones. Godspeed SuperSIC.”
Andrea Dovizioso
“RIP Marco. My thoughts and my prayers are with Marco’s family and friends”
Gino Rea
“Just why? Cant believe it. R.I.P Marco Simoncelli. We’ve lost a star. My thoughts are with his family and friends. ”
Broc Parkes
“R.I.P Marco, very sad day. Another young talent:-(”
Alastair Seeley
“RIP #58 Marco Simoncelli, sad loss to the sport :(”
Azi Farni
“rest in peace Marco. this was a tragic end to such an exciting career. extending love to his family, friends and the Gresini team xx”
Danny John-Jules
“I was his second biggest fan. Returning to Valencia next weekend is going to be hard. RIP brother.”
John Laverty
“What a loss to racing, R.I.P Simoncelli your good times will never be forgotten.”
Ian Hutchinson
“RIP Marco Simoncelli !!!!”
DJ Carl Cox
“R.I.P Marco, amazing talent taken in his prime.”
Nicky Hayden
“Sometimes life just don’t make sense… RIP #58 your were a star on & off track we all going to miss you… ”
Simon Andrews
“Loved his aggression as a rider! Hate that and so sad! R.I.P to another great rider #58 - I say to all my friends life is too short x”
Matt Roberts
“Devastated. RIP Marco Simoncelli #58″
Danny Webb
“R.I.P marco such a sad situation! What a fantastic rider he was!”
Jasper Iwema
“Can’t fkin believe it… Just say “Ciao” to each other when I came out of clinica and now this hero isn’t anymore here with us. RIP SuperSic”
Leon Haslam
“What terrible news. R.I.P. MARCO my thoughts to all his family and friends…”
Cal Crutchlow
“RIP Marco Simoncelli ! A great rider and all round nice guy. My thoughts are with all his family & friends. I will never forget today … #58″
