Murray Walker interview with Tiff Needell

Having agreed to officially open the new Thruxton Centre, alongside Nigel Mansell, as part of our 50th Anniversary Celebration (2/3 June 2018) Murray sat down with Tiff and talked about his memories of Thruxton, famous drivers, BTCC and F1.
It was a huge privilege to be able to hear Murray recall stories from years gone by, we could listen to him all day! We look forward to welcoming Murray back to Thruxton in June.
Advance tickets for the 50th Anniversary Celebration are on sale now: thruxtonracing.co.uk/racing/5...

[@Peter-Oxley-Modelling-Lab]

So sad to hear that we have lost Murray, a wonderful man and brilliant broadcaster, he must have added 50% to the viewing figures for F1 and made it seem exciting, amazing and unmissable. RIP Murray, we miss you already.😔

[@richt4009]

He really was the voice of Formula 1. The best. They ll never be another quite like him.

[@johnduncan5117]

Unbelievable how sharp he was at 94 years old. What a memory !

[@thebrummierailenthusiasts5329]

It saddens me to say that Murray walker is no longer with us he’s died

[@s1003232]

94 years! Living legend

[@jaggass]

95 in 2 days.

[@adamgriffin8197]

Rip

[@PeterPeter-wm9uy]

Dead legend🙁🙁

[@user-vs7cw2rg7r]

He most definitely was not past it. Such a lovely man, Murray you will never be forgotten. God rest your soul.

[@apmm4209]

Rip murray walker. I think the guy remembered every single race he ever commentated on.

[@Billywoo12]

Both of these chaps have been part of my petrolheadness and my addiction. RIP Murray, what a lift!

[@LordandGodofYouTube]

We should clone Murray and grow a few hundred of him and make it a requirement that all motorsport events worldwide are commented on by a Murray Walker.

[@raggedgray2068]

Agreed, even more relevant now. RIP Murray, we will all miss you immensely.

[@masterfulsky]

And the commentator in front is unique except for his co-commentator which is identical

[@UnseenLive1]

​@@masterfulskyMurray clone detected

[@EleanorPeterson]

What a sweet man. One of my many regrets in life is that I never got to give him a hug. Love you, Murray. :-)

[@runexyz]

Rest In Peace

[@doubledown1138]

A legend and an utter gentleman. We miss you Murray.

[@billylai6]

RIP Murray Walker, love from Hong Kong

[@bennylloyd-willner9667]

Thank you KZbin for letting me see this legend in my recommendations in this sad time ❤️ Senna, Peterson, Lauda and the others now can get proper commenting on their heavenly races!

[@DannyRhym3z]

Could listen to murray talk about his career and who he's met over the years for hours

[@JackpotButtonLewis]

Same here too! That would be the dream to happen! :D :D :D

[@Squire95]

Dream no longer possible, RIP to the legend :(

[@simongatkinson]

This man is measured in greatness! 😃

[@HATTORI82]

You could make a more interesting story about the day he brushed his teeth than you could about the average man.

[@thebrummierailenthusiasts5329]

I’m very sorry to hear that Murray Walker is no longer with us he’s died aged 97 this year

[@GVGames1986]

RIP Murray, nice guy and proper fan of all kinds of motor racing! RIP the legend.

[@jiipee7491]

One and only! If you name a legend, here you are looking at the peak of them. Voice of racing, magic times. Peace for you gentleman Murray Walker, peace..

[@elbecko7969]

I reckon he could've still given a cracking commentary at that age. Sharp as a tack, clear voice, perfect recollection. He must've been the #1 British motorsport fan of all time, let alone the greatest commentator.

[@leightonhughes1635]

Two Legends together. The word is used too freely today but not in this case. Tiff is the most underrated driver and versatile motorsport professional this country has ever had and someone I had the privilege of working for many years ago and Murray Walker, a gentleman, an enthusiast and an ambassador for the sport that will never be seen again. Legends

[@bowlerball4246]

That’s the voice that got me hooked to motorsport almost 40 years ago! Shine on you crazy diamond 🎤

[@stevejpm1]

Thanks for the memories Murray.RIP.

[@MarkyFormula1]

What a wonderful man Murray was.

[@markwaldron1679]

What a lovely conversation fantastic company between two gentlemen

[@forsakenoutcast]

He was still as sharp as ever.

[@jacobbarnes1453]

R.I.P.

[@stevenadams3533]

Thanks for your service Murray, always enjoyed it.

[@fredsalfa]

He’s the GOAT I miss him

[@fw0756]

A great life , thank you Murray.

[@matthewkane7524]

What an amazing man 🏁

[@misterdog7]

Great interview! Rip Murray

[@shaneslad]

So glad there’s content like this for us to enjoy for years to come. A truly missed gent

[@squarewheelsorguk]

Great stuff! Back in 1993 Damon Hill was indeed driving the FW15C, it was an active-suspension car, and also I can clearly recall hearing the sound of its traction control (until he turned it off to do some spin-turns at Campbell/Cobb/Seagrave and at the chicane on his last lap).

[@stephenlane9168]

Fantastic. Loved that. Murray and Tiff real charismatic personalities 👌

[@rhino7735]

Absolute legend R.I.P Murray

[@jaggass]

He looks well for 94.

[@Fireglo]

Ikr, most 94 year old are rotting corpses.

[@jaggass]

Still sharp as well. He will always be the voice of F1.

[@MrPressPhotographer4]

R.I.P Mr. Walker it's been a blast.

[@phil2768]

It definitely seems he still has all his marbles!!

[@martinmalone6324]

oh yes I'm 53 can't remember wat I did yesterday!!

[@digigarb]

RIP Thanks for the great memories mate!

[@Obi-WanKannabis]

It's weird how Murray Walker suffered from obvious memory loss after ending his comentating career, but now that he's 94 he's sharp as a needle.

[@Frankestein01nl]

Rest in peace, mr Murray... your voice and spirit will live on in our hearts.

[@jdsk8914]

Two Legends!!...RIP Murray, we will miss you

[@TheMcallisterb]

Murray walker....you will be sorely missed but you will never be forgotten...R.I.P.

[@Jdn19]

RIP MURRAY

[@thebrummierailenthusiasts5329]

At least he’s still got a clear memory

[@mikesuarez9615]

RIP Murray

[@robspurgeon2446]

thank you. legends

[@matthanna7162]

Murray Walker a true legend, should off been Sir Murray. RIP Murray ❤ your legacy will live for ever.

[@thebrummierailenthusiasts5329]

Murray is 97 years old and still going

[@Schyderap]

Indeed, his mind and speech are still sharp as a knife.

[@mikey380sx]

😢

[@Schyderap]

@@mikey380sx I knew that day will eventually come given his age but it still hurts

[@mikesuarez9615]

@@Schyderap fr

[@rodgercostello9814]

Condolencies to the Walker family for having lost such a big part of your life and family. The petrolhead community feels your loss as we know we have lost a broadcasting legend who cannot be replaced nor should he be. Having grown up with Murray commentating I know formula one wouldnt have been the same without him, and as good as todays presenters are, each in they're own way, none have the same passion which Murray couldnt help share with the listener. Thats what any petrolhead loved about Murray, RIP Sir.

[@elliotttalksf1825]

RIP Murray. We’ll never forget you! ❤️

[@nathanthomas8222]

A lovely man. Irreplaceable!

[@DanielSadjadian]

Brilliant interview. I could listen to them all day.

[@SimonIngram]

Happy 95th Birthday Murray!

[@goddersgti]

The algorithms were perfect this time, great watch. RIP Murray.

[@mkbuddy]

Murray Walker is a LEGEND

[@easterislandstatues9176]

For someone who's 94, he definitely still seems like he's on the ball - what a fantastic career he's had. Truly one-of-a-kind :)

[@optimusprimevil1646]

even in his 90's he had an almost child like fascination for the sport

[@MisterMister5893]

Rip Murray.

[@bield7]

Murray was just brilliant, with a unique blend of knowledge and enthusiasm. A sad loss to motorsport

[@kevinprior3549]

He's immortal... and he will still the same

[@kevinprior3549]

I always think the map of the Thruxton looks like the map of Australia

[@Andyc18]

Murray has hardly aged in the past 30 years! What a man.

[@silverliteway]

Does Tiff ever age ...

[@HATTORI82]

Name one single more iconic sport voice! Stop it! Stop thinking because you're just wrong and you're wasting your own time.

[@janikakis]

RIP Murray

[@marcusdoling7698]

So Sad to hear of Murray's passing. RIP

[@warrenphillips69]

RIP Murray