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Old 21-05-2019, 11:43 AM
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Niki Lauda has died at the age of 70

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Old 21-05-2019, 01:20 PM
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Very sad, he had such a horrible burn accident but came back in 77 to be world champ again. I was fortunate enoigh to see him race in the Canadian Grand Prix events in the 1970s, it truly was the golden era of motorsport; also much more dangerous than today in my opinion.
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Old 21-05-2019, 04:38 PM
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Rest in Peace Niki Lauda

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Old 21-05-2019, 06:24 PM
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Wow, an absolute legend! RIP Niki, drive on mate!
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Old 21-05-2019, 11:18 PM
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Holy hell that is a shock, I knew he was getting over some lung issues, but last I heard he was on the improve..
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