Australia had Mike Raymond, The US had Bob Jenkins, but the world had Murray Walker. The GOAT of all Motorsport commentators. There will never be another.
Murray Walker was a massive part of my childhood into my adult hood I was lucky enough to meet him at Lyddern Hill for the rallycross. Got to have a decent 20 min talk and was able to thank him directly for inspiring me to get into engineering and motorsport.
Awesome video, nearly had tears at the end and Murray would have loved that watching it as well I’m sure! Awesome tribute to a man that did so much for F1 and in the UK more famous I imagine that a lot of F1 champions! 😊
Murrays voice takes me back to simpler times, watching F1 with my dad, my uncle and grandpa on sundayafternoons...seeing my childhood hero Schumacher destroy the field on a regular...good times man, good video !
Without Murray, I honestly don't think I would have been as drawn to motorsport as a wee lad since the late 80s. I couldn't stress enough how much influence the excitement in his voice had in grabbing my attention along with the sounds of the cars. Being as knowledgeable, passionate while remaining humble and down to earth, making the odd Murrayism were all part of what made him so endearing, like a great uncle to me. I usually find the word "legacy" cringeworthy because of the vanity of people who want it but Murray merely wanted to share his passion for motorsport with the world and he's created a legacy I will always think fondly of, especially as I share so many memories of watching F1, BTCC and other motorsport with my late father.
Murray Walker was a true legend, no one can ever replace him and his commentary style and of course Murraryiams. For me the best bit of commentary was " You can cut the atmosphere with a cricket stump"
I remember murry walker much more for his motorcycle racing especially the 250 an 500's in its greatest days. And in the winter time he did great commentary on british rallycross .. Again. That was a well voiced documentary on a legend. I wish you all yhe best going forward.
He was THE greatest commentator and its simply not the same with todays 'quiet' F1 cars a very different incarnation from the mighty screaming turbo 1980's. Sadly missed - oh and my name.......Murray!
I was too young to experience Murray live, but having gotten really into classic motorsports for quite a while now, especially F1, I've absolutely enjoyed Murrayisms.
Same here! I started watching with Ben Edwards, but the more you watch races with Murray’s commentary, it’s such a shame our generation was never able to watch them live with him!
I live in Canada and started watching racing in 1978, most of our motorsports covergae is from Canadian and U.S. sports commentators, they weren't too exciting or informative, Jackie Stewart was often a guest for big races like th USGP, Canadian Grand Prix and hte Indy 500. BUT, in Canada, we'd get the BBC broadcast, rarely live, for every other F1 race, it was usually at weird times of the day, you'd have to be lucky to catch a broadcast...and when you did find it, you were treated to James Hunt and Murray Walker's informative, exciting and usually hilarious commentatry. "Do you watch F1?" ...."ya, I;ve seen it, but it's boring."...'you have to watch it with those two crazy British guys, they can make anything exciting!"
I once held a door open for him in the Brands Hatch control tower when I was assistant to the Clerk of the Course at the British Rallycross Grand Prix. That is my best claim to fame. But my friend's wife made him a cup of tea so I was well trounced ;-)
It’s so difficult for anyone to match that level he had. One part that just didn’t smoothly fit into the video was with how his voice was pitched, he had the same tone and volume of those old school v12’s and v10’s! So it worked really well!
I transformed from a casual motorsport spectator into an avid F1 fan because of this man. His charisma, his enthusiasm and yes the bloopers - 😂- made motorsport accessible to us punters. We caught the bug and became connoisseurs because this man inspired us to learn more about our F1 heroes and their cars. He once said that drivers sometimes asked him not to commentate about them because as soon as he mentioned them, there'd be an unfortunate development. The 'Murray Walker "Kiss of Death"' they called it. 😆 I've seen him being interviewed and he certainly comes across as a humble, unassuming mild-mannered man. But hand him a microphone...😎😎 Wonderful guy. There are some great commentators nowadays, but... Motorsport just isn't the same without Murray....
Croft isn't fit to polish Murray's shoes, let alone fit in them. he's useless and I'm wearing out my TV mute button from shutting up his pointless jabbering.
I'm not sure if this is true or not, but whenever I watch Monty Python's "Upper Class Twit of the Year" sketch I assume it's a parody of Murray Walker.
I loved Murray so much, his intense love and passion for the sport made even the most boring race enjoyable ...unlike what we have now Croft, who's incompetent babble can make the most exciting race deathly boring. We'll never forget you Murray. sadly the words of yours I frequently have in my head is "and Senna!!!!".
I think I’m on of only a few people who thought his commentary was poor. He just read out the places of the cars over and over again. And very often he got that wrong.
Australia had Mike Raymond, The US had Bob Jenkins, but the world had Murray Walker. The GOAT of all Motorsport commentators. There will never be another.
To many, Murray was the infectiously enthusiastic Grandfather figure that many boys never had.
Perfect description!
Nothing will ever come close to enjoying Murray's live bloopers as much as the racing itself. A true irreplaceable international treasure
Murray Walker was a massive part of my childhood into my adult hood
I was lucky enough to meet him at Lyddern Hill for the rallycross. Got to have a decent 20 min talk and was able to thank him directly for inspiring me to get into engineering and motorsport.
That’s amazing! I’ve not heard of any bad fan engagements with him! He always seems to be more than willing to chat with the fans!
Awesome video, nearly had tears at the end and Murray would have loved that watching it as well I’m sure!
Awesome tribute to a man that did so much for F1 and in the UK more famous I imagine that a lot of F1 champions! 😊
Thank you! Not sure if I should apologise for nearly causing tears! 😂 but really glad you enjoyed it! Thank you for the support! 😊
@@KieranMogg no worries, never apologise after that awesomeness! Much appreciated
Murrays voice takes me back to simpler times, watching F1 with my dad, my uncle and grandpa on sundayafternoons...seeing my childhood hero Schumacher destroy the field on a regular...good times man, good video !
Thank you! Really appreciate it and it’s crazy how even just someone’s voice can provoke personal memories like that!
I grew up thinking the same. Even for bike racing and rallycross on BBC.
This man was the voice of F1. He carried the weight of the sport on his shoulders and walked it to greatness through his commentary.
Lies again? AMWF Car Old Home
No arguments here. Guy was a legend and the reason why I started watching F1 in 1992
Genuinely great video, absolutely mogged. some will never know the joys of having Walker commentate an Alonso start
Thank you! Really appreciate it! The GO GO GO is just too iconic!
RIP murray, this new lot aren't a patch on you on race day!
Murray is the most F1 influential person that ever lived, I won't explain, if you know you know, if not, learn the history of this truly amazing man
Without Murray, I honestly don't think I would have been as drawn to motorsport as a wee lad since the late 80s. I couldn't stress enough how much influence the excitement in his voice had in grabbing my attention along with the sounds of the cars. Being as knowledgeable, passionate while remaining humble and down to earth, making the odd Murrayism were all part of what made him so endearing, like a great uncle to me.
I usually find the word "legacy" cringeworthy because of the vanity of people who want it but Murray merely wanted to share his passion for motorsport with the world and he's created a legacy I will always think fondly of, especially as I share so many memories of watching F1, BTCC and other motorsport with my late father.
Murray Walker Was guest Commentator At Mount Panorama Bathurst 3:28
Murray Walker was a true legend, no one can ever replace him and his commentary style and of course Murraryiams. For me the best bit of commentary was " You can cut the atmosphere with a cricket stump"
Well it puts his point across! 😂
What's someone with under 1k subscribers doing dropping a video THIS DAMN GOOD?!
DAMN IT IM TRYING TO GET TO 1k! 😂 seriously though, really appreciate the kind words! Thank you!
@@KieranMogg you’re welcome! Credit where credit’s due 🤗.
And the British Touring Car Championship aswell, he made these broadcasts legendary 👍
Superb commentator, invented the game really. But the thing I most remember is his kindness. One of the good ones. Also, good vid thanks.
I remember murry walker much more for his motorcycle racing especially the 250 an 500's in its greatest days. And in the winter time he did great commentary on british rallycross ..
Again. That was a well voiced documentary on a legend. I wish you all yhe best going forward.
A man so great that even his mistakes are legendary
He was THE greatest commentator and its simply not the same with todays 'quiet' F1 cars a very different incarnation from the mighty screaming turbo 1980's. Sadly missed - oh and my name.......Murray!
I was too young to experience Murray live, but having gotten really into classic motorsports for quite a while now, especially F1, I've absolutely enjoyed Murrayisms.
Same here! I started watching with Ben Edwards, but the more you watch races with Murray’s commentary, it’s such a shame our generation was never able to watch them live with him!
@@KieranMogg It really is a shame. I don't even often watch modern F1 now, it just isn't the same.
Awesome doc, brought back a lot of memories!
Thank you! Really glad it did! :)
Brilliant voice sadly I missed so much of this man's career. We never really got those full race events.
I live in Canada and started watching racing in 1978, most of our motorsports covergae is from Canadian and U.S. sports commentators, they weren't too exciting or informative, Jackie Stewart was often a guest for big races like th USGP, Canadian Grand Prix and hte Indy 500. BUT, in Canada, we'd get the BBC broadcast, rarely live, for every other F1 race, it was usually at weird times of the day, you'd have to be lucky to catch a broadcast...and when you did find it, you were treated to James Hunt and Murray Walker's informative, exciting and usually hilarious commentatry. "Do you watch F1?" ...."ya, I;ve seen it, but it's boring."...'you have to watch it with those two crazy British guys, they can make anything exciting!"
Murray made it exciting and James made it hilarious! 😂 how he got away with some of the things he said is honestly a miracle!
Murray was the voice of motorsport for me, its just not the same anymore.
I once held a door open for him in the Brands Hatch control tower when I was assistant to the Clerk of the Course at the British Rallycross Grand Prix. That is my best claim to fame.
But my friend's wife made him a cup of tea so I was well trounced ;-)
Oh wow that’s amazing. I was never fortunate enough to meet him but I’ve not heard of any bad fan interactions!
What a fine tribute to the class act that is murray walker
Great video 😊
Thank you! Really appreciate it! Glad you enjoyed it! 😊
As an American, I didn't get to hear Murray call a race very often, but when I did I loved it.
Brilliant. I grew up listening to Murray from 1976 aged 7. There will never be better
Super video. Thanks very much indeed for making and posting.
Thank you! Really appreciate the support and glad you enjoyed it! 😊
Talk about getting a lump in my throat…
No Commentator will ever match Murray’s charisma and enthusiasm for the sport of F1
It’s so difficult for anyone to match that level he had. One part that just didn’t smoothly fit into the video was with how his voice was pitched, he had the same tone and volume of those old school v12’s and v10’s! So it worked really well!
Rest easy Murray
Justice served! AMAZING! Love it!
Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it! 😁
I transformed from a casual motorsport spectator into an avid F1 fan because of this man. His charisma, his enthusiasm and yes the bloopers - 😂- made motorsport accessible to us punters. We caught the bug and became connoisseurs because this man inspired us to learn more about our F1 heroes and their cars.
He once said that drivers sometimes asked him not to commentate about them because as soon as he mentioned them, there'd be an unfortunate development. The 'Murray Walker "Kiss of Death"' they called it. 😆
I've seen him being interviewed and he certainly comes across as a humble, unassuming mild-mannered man. But hand him a microphone...😎😎
Wonderful guy. There are some great commentators nowadays, but... Motorsport just isn't the same without Murray....
There’s so many reasons to love him and there’s almost an aspect of his style for everyone which is really unique!
He rode a German pmsl lol lol lol
Thanks for that video. Much appreciated sir.
... and there's nothing wrong with his car, apart from the fact that it's on fire! [no drivers or pit crew were harmed in the making...]
Absolute legend RIP Murray 👏
Thanks very much
Legend!
My gd them outtakes had me cracking up
"He's driving in his fourth race for Ferrari, following the great Ayrton Senna..... Who never drove for Ferrari." 😭😭😭😭
One of my absolute favourites!
I réad his book I miss him he was the best
Massive respect to Murray Walker. For our generation, it'd be Crofty
Croft isn't fit to polish Murray's shoes, let alone fit in them. he's useless and I'm wearing out my TV mute button from shutting up his pointless jabbering.
@@stevesgaming7475doing the same with Lazenby
F1 is Murray and James. Everything else is just a surrogate.
I'm not sure if this is true or not, but whenever I watch Monty Python's "Upper Class Twit of the Year" sketch I assume it's a parody of Murray Walker.
Never knew that! Will have to give it a watch!
2nd LEFTenant
I loved Murray so much, his intense love and passion for the sport made even the most boring race enjoyable ...unlike what we have now Croft, who's incompetent babble can make the most exciting race deathly boring. We'll never forget you Murray. sadly the words of yours I frequently have in my head is "and Senna!!!!".
I think I’m on of only a few people who thought his commentary was poor. He just read out the places of the cars over and over again. And very often he got that wrong.