A RACING TRAGEDY...
I was very sorry to hear of the death of Northern Ireland motor-bike racing champion, Robert Dunlop, at the practise session for the North-West 200. Unbelievably sad, following in the wake of the death of his brother, Joey, some years ago in another motor bike racing accident. Today sees one of Robert's sons. Michael, competing in yet another race at this event, even before his father is buried. I don't know about this - motor bike racing is a very dangerous sport and I wonder just how much grief can this Dunlop family stand? My heart goes out to them all but I hope Robert's boys get out of racing before they emulate their Dad in a way no-one would want to see.
David Vance
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>>I wonder just how much grief can this Dunlop family stand? <<
A very great and tragic family.
Robert had actually retired a few years back, but then couldn't resist getting back on the track....
Joey Dunlop is to my mind one of the truly great men to come out of Ireland - North or South - over the past few decades. Generous, modest, courteous, always ready to do much more than his share to help others less fortunate.
May the two brothers rest in peace.
How dreadfully sad!!!!!.
Really difficult about the son competing. I can understand that it may partly be part of hsi tribute but I wonder how sure he can be of his reflexes etc.
Very sad, sorry to hear it.