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F1 commentary icon Murray Walker dies aged 97

Formula One commentary legend Murray Walker has died aged 97, the British Racing Drivers' Club confirmed on Saturday. Walker was the lead commentator on British TV for over two decades, working for the BBC between 1976 and 1996 and ITV between 1996 and 2001. Reigning world champion Lewis Hamilton was one of many from the world of motor racing to post a tributes on Saturday evening. "So sad to hear of Murray's passing," Hamilton wrote on Instagram. "I remember growing up hearing your voice over the races. "You made the sport so much more exciting and captivating. The iconic voice of our sport and a great man, thank you for all you did, you will never be forgotten. Rest...
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