Motorsport legend Paddy Hopkirk passes away at 89
Paddy Hopkirk has died at the age of 89.
The motorsport legend, born in Belfas in April, 1933 is perhaps best remembered for winning the famous Monte Carlo Rally of 1964.
A statement released by his family on Friday afternoon said he had passed away peacefully at Stoke Mandeville Hospital on Thursday.
Paddy Hopkirk was among the most decorated motorsport competitors Northern Ireland has ever produced.
He is survived by his wife Jenny, their three children Katie, Patrick and William and six grandchildren.