Murray Walker, the British broadcaster regarded as the 'Voice of Formula One', has died aged 97. Walker became a full-time F1 commentator in 1978 and only hung up his microphone when he retired in 2001 after a 52-year broadcasting career. "It's with great sadness we share the news of the passing of BRDC Associate Member Murray Walker OBE," the British Racing Drivers' Club said. F1 led the tributes to Walker on social media, tweeting: "We are immensely sad to hear that Murray Walker has passed away. - Murray Walker, 1923-2021https://t.co/ZWCixmsAmw — Formula 1 (@F1) March 13, 2021McLaren, Britain's most successful F1 team, said: "Like millions of F1 fans, all of us at McLaren are deeply saddened by the news that Murray Walker has passed away.

Source: News 24 March 13, 2021 19:07 UTC