Current British Rally Champion Mark Higgins contacted Manx Radio this morning (Wednesday).
The Manx driver says his thoughts are with the family at such a sad time.
Mark is in Scotland today attending the private funeral of former World Rally Champion Colin McRae.
He says it's been a devastating period for motorsport:-
Tributes paid to Island resident and Olympic Silver medallist, Maurice Herriott
"A remarkable athlete, and a big part of our community."
Netball: Men's team selected for England competition
Eleven strong squad heading to LoughboroughÂ
Billy Harris beaten in US Open Qualification
Island player lost by two sets to one
'She changed my life': Tributes paid to former schoolteacher
'Mrs Messenger' was a netball coach and taught at Castle Rushen High School