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28 Aug 2008, 19:44 (Ref:2277040)
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RIP: Phil Hill
Just saw this online and thought I would pass the word on.
http://jalopnik.com/5043145/phil-hil...end-dead-at-81 http://automotive.speedtv.com/articl...ill-1927-2008/ Last edited by gsmith2424; 28 Aug 2008 at 19:52. |
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28 Aug 2008, 19:52 (Ref:2277048)
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That is sad to hear. I remember in the past year or two Ferrari invited him to Monza and it was clear he wasn't in the best of health.
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28 Aug 2008, 20:04 (Ref:2277057)
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Sad news. I understand that Phil's sports car achievements at least match his efforts in Formula One, which were slightly flattered by the awesome Sharknose Ferrari and a weak team-mate who died before the end of the season. Still, a great American racer is gone.
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28 Aug 2008, 20:04 (Ref:2277058)
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That´s really sad.
R.I.P. Phil Hill |
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28 Aug 2008, 20:13 (Ref:2277067)
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Saw him drive several times. He tamed the famous Chapparal winged Can Am car at the end of his career. First US World Champion and the only US born one.
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28 Aug 2008, 20:13 (Ref:2277068)
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28 Aug 2008, 20:16 (Ref:2277073)
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Le Mans and F1. Impressive. Those successes came with Ferrari, but he peddled a Jag pretty well too.
His website has a book of rememberance: www.philhill.com |
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28 Aug 2008, 20:37 (Ref:2277083)
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28 Aug 2008, 20:40 (Ref:2277085)
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American racing legend, Phil Hill, dies at 81
Phil Hill, the only American-born driver to win a Formula One title, passed away last night of complications associated with Parkinson's disease at the age of 81. Aside from his success with Ferrari in F1 during the 1961 season, Hill was also the first American to win at the 24 hours of Le Mans, taking the title twice more and winning the 12-hours of Sebring three times.
Described by friends and colleagues as reserved and genteel, Hill was a breath of fresh air in the international racing scene and finally inducted into the International Motorsport Hall of Fame in 1991. He is survived by his wife Alma, son, two daughters and four grandchildren, all of whom have our heartfelt condolences. Source: Autoblog Quite a sad day in the world of motorsports. RIP Phil. |
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28 Aug 2008, 20:44 (Ref:2277090)
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He will be sadly missed. RIP |
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28 Aug 2008, 20:46 (Ref:2277093)
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RIP a motor racing legend.
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28 Aug 2008, 20:50 (Ref:2277096)
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Phil Hill
Just learnt that Phil Hill, the 1961 F1 world champion, has passed away. RIP.
From Autoblog.com:-  Phil Hill, the only American-born driver to win a Formula One title, passed away last night of complications associated with Parkinson's disease at the age of 81. Aside from his success with Ferrari in F1 during the 1961 season, Hill was also the first American to win at the 24 hours of Le Mans, taking the title twice more and winning the 12-hours of Sebring three times. Described by friends and colleagues as reserved and genteel, Hill was a breath of fresh air in the international racing scene and finally inducted into the International Motorsport Hall of Fame in 1991. He is survived by his wife Alma, son, two daughters and four grandchildren, all of whom have our heartfelt condolences. [Source: Autoweek] |
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28 Aug 2008, 21:08 (Ref:2277104)
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I'd like to add my respects at the sad news of Phil Hill's passing. A great driver of both F1 and sports machinery, and a gentleman of great dignity and integrity. Very sad - RIP Phil.
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28 Aug 2008, 22:02 (Ref:2277140)
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RIP, superb driver and great ambassador for the sport.
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28 Aug 2008, 22:08 (Ref:2277143)
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RIP a gentleman,a fine driver and a well rounded individual.Luckier than a good number of his contemporaries in that he had a good lifespan to develop a range of interests and enjoy life outside the cockpit.
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28 Aug 2008, 22:11 (Ref:2277145)
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Very sad news indeed. A gentleman and a true racer. Rest easy champ.
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28 Aug 2008, 22:20 (Ref:2277148)
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Yes, sad news for a world without drivers like him. Go in peace man.
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28 Aug 2008, 22:25 (Ref:2277151)
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God Speed Phil! The world has lost a real gentleman.
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28 Aug 2008, 22:34 (Ref:2277152)
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There's a nice tribute on autosport.com here, which has links to two earlier articles about Phil Hill.
Later on I might share a personal memory I have, which goes to show what a kind and considerate man he was, aside from being a fine driver. |
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29 Aug 2008, 00:00 (Ref:2277182)
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Very sad.R.I.P.
Maybe Ferrari will find time to mark their cars in respect for him at the next GP. |
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29 Aug 2008, 00:58 (Ref:2277202)
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I remember him winning Nurburgring with the Chaparral and winning Brands Hatch with same the next year. Class act and great guy. We will miss him. RIP Phil Hill.
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29 Aug 2008, 03:50 (Ref:2277238)
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RIP Phil. One of the crossover drivers from the early front engine F1. Certainly a great ambassador for the sport. My condolences to his family and friends.
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29 Aug 2008, 04:54 (Ref:2277253)
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RIP Phil
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29 Aug 2008, 07:04 (Ref:2277281)
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Very sad. Another champion leaves us. RIP
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29 Aug 2008, 09:01 (Ref:2277324)
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A great motor racing hero.
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